Union civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Thursday (Aug 6) dismissed claims of any kind of ethanol blending in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) or diesel. He called the claims "completely false and irresponsible" and urged people not to spread misinformation on aviation safety.&nbsp;The Civil Aviation Minister took to social media to clarify that ethanol and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) are two entirely different fuels and that there is no proposal to blend ethanol.&nbsp;Taking to X Kinjarapu wrote, "The claim that the Government plans to blend ethanol with Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) is completely false and irresponsible. There is no such proposal."&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/seven-states-revenue-deficits-higher-than-reported-cag-finds-bihar-up-7x-chhattisgarh-doubles-1786013533224">Seven states’ revenue deficits higher than reported, CAG finds; Bihar up 7x, Chhattisgarh doubles</a>&nbsp;The minister clarified that Sustainable Aviation Fuel or SAF is an internationally certified aviation fuel recognised by International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and adopted globally and it goes through several layers of testing to meet global safety standards.&nbsp;He also warned against spreading any misinformation regarding blending ethanol with ATF as it may create "needless anxiety".&nbsp;"Spreading misinformation on aviation safety only creates needless anxiety among air travellers. Passenger safety remains the Government's highest priority," he said.&nbsp;The clarification came amid Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal claiming that the aviation fuel is "adulterated" and questioned the safety over using the fuel. He also cited some media reports on the issue.&nbsp;"Read this article. The engine of ur flight just might stop in the air. Will u risk flying in an aircraft running on adulterated aviation fuel? Time to have an educated and competent govt."&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The minister clarified that Sustainable Aviation Fuel or SAF is an internationally certified aviation fuel recognised by International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).

Union civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Thursday (Aug 6) dismissed claims of any kind of ethanol blending in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) or diesel. He called the claims "completely false and irresponsible" and urged people not to spread misinformation on aviation safety. The Civil Aviation Minister took to social media to clarify that ethanol and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) are two entirely different fuels and that there is no proposal to blend ethanol. Taking to X Kinjarapu wrote, "The claim that the Government plans to blend ethanol with Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) is completely false and irresponsible. There is no such proposal." ALSO READ: Seven states’ revenue deficits higher than reported, CAG finds; Bihar up 7x, Chhattisgarh doubles The minister clarified that Sustainable Aviation Fuel or SAF is an internationally certified aviation fuel recognised by International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and adopted globally and it goes through several layers of testing to meet global safety standards. He also warned against spreading any misinformation regarding blending ethanol with ATF as it may create "needless anxiety". "Spreading misinformation on aviation safety only creates needless anxiety among air travellers. Passenger safety remains the Government's highest priority," he said. The clarification came amid Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal claiming that the aviation fuel is "adulterated" and questioned the safety over using the fuel. He also cited some media reports on the issue. "Read this article. The engine of ur flight just might stop in the air. Will u risk flying in an aircraft running on adulterated aviation fuel? Time to have an educated and competent govt."

The minister clarified that Sustainable Aviation Fuel or SAF is an internationally certified aviation fuel recognised by International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).

'Completely false, irresponsible': Centre dismisses claims of ethanol blending in aviation turbine fuel

The Government of Delhi on Saturday (May 16) announced a sharp reduction in Value Added Tax (VAT) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), bringing the rate down from 25 per cent to 7 per cent in a move aimed at reducing operational pressure on airlines and offering relief to passengers.&nbsp;According to the Chief Minister’s Office, the decision is expected to lower fuel costs for airlines at a time when the aviation sector is facing rising expenses due to high crude oil prices and disruptions linked to tensions in West Asia.&nbsp;“Delhi government has decided to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) from the existing 25 per cent to 7 per cent, a move which is likely to benefit the airlines and common passengers,” the official statement said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tamil-nadu-cm-vijay-allocates-cabinet-portfolios-keeps-home-and-urban-development-departments-1778936619878">Tamil Nadu CM Vijay allocates Cabinet portfolios, keeps Home and Urban Development departments</a>&nbsp;The announcement came a day after the Maharashtra government reduced VAT on ATF from 18 per cent to 7 per cent for a six-month period starting May 15.&nbsp;ATF accounts for nearly 30 to 40 per cent of an airline’s operating expenditure and has remained under pressure due to geopolitical instability, supply chain disruptions and volatility in global crude oil prices.&nbsp;The aviation industry has also been affected by continuing conflicts in West Asia and periodic airspace restrictions, which have pushed up fuel expenses and impacted airline finances. Several carriers have adjusted ticket prices on busy domestic routes to manage the rising costs.

The move aimed to ease the burden on passengers and airlines, which are reeling under pressure from rising fuel costs amid the continuing conflict in West Asia and the closure of the vital Strait of Hormuz.

The Government of Delhi on Saturday (May 16) announced a sharp reduction in Value Added Tax (VAT) on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), bringing the rate down from 25 per cent to 7 per cent in a move aimed at reducing operational pressure on airlines and offering relief to passengers. According to the Chief Minister’s Office, the decision is expected to lower fuel costs for airlines at a time when the aviation sector is facing rising expenses due to high crude oil prices and disruptions linked to tensions in West Asia. “Delhi government has decided to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) from the existing 25 per cent to 7 per cent, a move which is likely to benefit the airlines and common passengers,” the official statement said. Also Read: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay allocates Cabinet portfolios, keeps Home and Urban Development departments The announcement came a day after the Maharashtra government reduced VAT on ATF from 18 per cent to 7 per cent for a six-month period starting May 15. ATF accounts for nearly 30 to 40 per cent of an airline’s operating expenditure and has remained under pressure due to geopolitical instability, supply chain disruptions and volatility in global crude oil prices. The aviation industry has also been affected by continuing conflicts in West Asia and periodic airspace restrictions, which have pushed up fuel expenses and impacted airline finances. Several carriers have adjusted ticket prices on busy domestic routes to manage the rising costs.

The move aimed to ease the burden on passengers and airlines, which are reeling under pressure from rising fuel costs amid the continuing conflict in West Asia and the closure of the vital Strait of Hormuz.

Delhi govt cuts VAT on aviation turbine fuel from 25% to 7% amid rising airline costs

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'Completely false, irresponsible': Centre dismisses claims of ethanol blending in aviation turbine fuel

Delhi cuts VAT on aviation turbine fuel from 25% to 7% amid rising airline costs