Aviation Fuels: Specifications and Testing - Live in Tokyo
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Tokyo, Japan,
02/18/2027 - 02/19/2027
Special Edition Aviation Fuels Course - Live in Tokyo
Take your aviation fuel expertise global.
Join us for a special international edition of ASTM’s flagship Aviation Fuels Course, held in conjunction with the ASTM Aviation Fuels and Synthetic Aviation Turbine Fuel (SATF) International Standards Seminar in Tokyo. This exclusive offering combines world-class technical training with a rare opportunity to engage directly with the experts shaping aviation fuel standards worldwide.
After you register for the course, don’t forget to register for the full seminar
Why This Course Is Different
This isn’t just a course; it’s an immersive industry experience.
- Learn where standards are made: Gain insight alongside the professionals actively developing aviation fuel specifications
- Global networking: Connect with international experts, regulators, and industry leaders
- Real-time relevance: Understand the latest challenges, updates, and innovations in aviation fuels
- Unique access: Experience the synergy between ASTM training and committee collaboration
About the Course
Elevate your expertise with this intensive two-day deep dive into aviation fuel specifications, test methods, and real-world application.
You’ll explore:
- How fuel specifications directly impact performance, safety, and availability
- The critical properties that define fuel quality—from bulk to trace elements
- Testing methods and how fuels are manufactured and controlled
- Best practices for fuel handling, sampling, and transportation
- The interaction between fuels, aircraft engines, and ground systems
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- Explain how specifications control aviation fuel quality and performance
- Identify key bulk and trace properties of aviation fuels
- Recognize historical and current fuel-related challenges
- Understand testing methodologies and refining processes
- Apply best practices in fuel handling and logistics
- Evaluate how fuels interact with aircraft systems
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for professionals across the aviation fuel ecosystem:
- Fuel handling & systems design
- Procurement & supply chain
- Quality control & laboratory management
- Airport operations & refining
- Pipeline & fuel distribution
- Aircraft & engine manufacturing
Note: This course is not intended for laboratory technicians performing routine fuel testing.
Course Experience
Each day blends expert-led instruction, real-world case discussions, and applied learning activities, so you don’t just understand the concepts, you know how to apply them in the field.
Day 1: Foundations of Jet Fuel
Build a strong technical baseline as you explore fuel composition, key specifications, and the performance properties that impact safety and reliability. You’ll connect how fuel characteristics influence aircraft operations and begin to understand the “why” behind the standards.
Day 2: Testing & Quality Control and Real Worls Applications
Go deeper into the science and practice of fuel integrity. Examine contamination risks, additives, and manufacturing processes, while gaining clarity on critical testing methods and safety considerations. Real-world scenarios help reinforce how quality control decisions are made in operational environments.
Bring it all together by focusing on operational procedures, ASTM standards, and practical implementation. Through applied discussions—and a live airport fueling facility tour when available—you’ll see how specifications and testing translate into day-to-day industry practice.
Standards That Shape the Industry
This course is grounded in globally recognized ASTM standards, including:
- D1655 – Aviation Turbine Fuels
- D910 – Aviation Gasolines
- D4057 – Fuel Sampling Practices
- D4865 – Static Electricity Management
- D56 – Flash Point Testing
Fee Includes
Your registration provides:
- Comprehensive course materials
- ASTM Manual (MNL 5)
- Certificate of Attendance
- 2.1 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Copies of relevant referenced standards
- Bonus access to ASTM 101: Introduction to Standards Development
- Optional airport facility tour (availability dependent)
Learn from Industry Leadership
Led by John Rhode, a globally recognized expert with 30+ years of experience across military, commercial, and refining operations.
His background includes:
- Leadership in major fuel transitions (JP-4 to JP-8)
- Global deployment support across military operations
- Senior roles in refining, filtration, and product quality
- Contributions to ASTM and international standards development
Make It Count! Join Us in Tokyo
This special edition won’t come around often.
If you’re looking to:
- Stay ahead of global fuel standards
- Build international industry connections
- Deepen your technical expertise in a meaningful way
This is your moment.
Secure your seat and be part of the conversation shaping the future of aviation fuels.