MooneyPilot
ArboristSite Operative
Just thought I’d post this information. You might not be aware that 100 LL is available in almost all areas of the US At the local airport. It makes fabulous fuel for chainsaws, especially those that have been modified with advanced timing. It is also alcohol free.
Most all airports have self service pumps that can be used with a credit card. The system may ask for a tail number, but just make one up. Some airports have very tight security, but most do not. Most local General Aviation airports are easily entered and the self service pump is easily accessible. In our area the current price is $3.59 per gallon, but in some airports especially near meteopolitan areas it can go $6.00 and even higher. My theory is that i don’t burn tons of it and it keeps my saws healthy. It is legal to buy it for non aviation use as long as it is not used in a catalytic converters equipped vehicle.
Anyway I just wanted to share this with those of you who might be interested. I use the 100LL with Stihl Ultra and it works great.
Most all airports have self service pumps that can be used with a credit card. The system may ask for a tail number, but just make one up. Some airports have very tight security, but most do not. Most local General Aviation airports are easily entered and the self service pump is easily accessible. In our area the current price is $3.59 per gallon, but in some airports especially near meteopolitan areas it can go $6.00 and even higher. My theory is that i don’t burn tons of it and it keeps my saws healthy. It is legal to buy it for non aviation use as long as it is not used in a catalytic converters equipped vehicle.
Anyway I just wanted to share this with those of you who might be interested. I use the 100LL with Stihl Ultra and it works great.