Our Committment to Sustainability

Our Switch to Unleaded Fuel – Swift 100R
San Carlos Flight Center has long supported the San Carlos Airport’s plan to lower its environmental impact. In August 2021, we took our first steps and switched all of our eligible aircraft to Swift Fuels UL94 unleaded Avgas. As the industry continues to evolve and release better performing unleaded fuels, we have followed suit. When Swift fuels released a drop-in unleaded replacement to 100LL avgas, we because the first flight school/flying club in the country to switch our Cessna 172 fleet to the new, higher-octane fuel. Why? To align with our commitment to sustainable aviation.  As the fuel becomes certified for other aircraft, we’ll continue to adopt and improve our fleet.

The Clear Advantage
Unleaded fuels like UL94 and 100R offer great performance and maintenance benefits. As high octane, unleaded fuels they reduces deposit buildup caused by traditional lead additives. On top of the efficiency benefits, UL94 and 100R eliminate lead emissions, promoting a brighter, more environmentally-friendly future of General Aviation.

Collaborative Efforts for Sustainable Skies
We joined hands with Rabbit Aviation Services and the San Mateo County Airport Administration to promote UL94 when it became available and are now pioneering the transition to the new 100R unleaded Avgas. We’re not just adapting to a new standard; we’re setting it.

Why We’re a Swift Fuels Ambassador
Our role as a Swift Fuels Ambassador reflects our active push to move the industry forward. As a Swift Fuels Ambassador, we’re championing the use of cleaner, more efficient fuel options for everyone in General Aviation.