Naples Airport leading the way in eco-friendly aviation propelling towards a cleaner future

Naples Airport Sustainable Aviation Fuel

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A quarter-century into the new millennium, the Naples Airport Authority is ramping up our commitment to increased environmental responsibility and sustainability at the airport.

As an industry leader and community partner, we are passionate about being on the leading edge of aviation sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Our natural environment is an essential part of what makes Southwest Florida so special. We understand the importance of protecting our environment and continuously seek ways to reduce aviation’s local environmental impact.

To that end, we recently began offering UL94 unleaded fuel as an environmentally cleaner alternative to traditional 100LL avgas, and subsidizing the costs, enabling tenants such as our two flight schools to purchase this cleaner fuel.

In Florida, just two other public airports offer this alternative. Nationwide, we are one of just 35 to offer UL94.

Also now available is Sustainable Aviation Fuel made in part from biomass rather than fossil fuels – think everything from wood pulp and algae to repurposed cooking oil. We project it to account for nearly 20% of the airport’s fuel sales in 2025.

Airport tenant NetJets, the world’s largest private jet operator, deserves credit by name for its participation. The commitments are significant: per the World Economic Forum, sustainable aviation fuel has the potential to cut aviation's greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% compared with traditional jet fuels.

And as the first reliable sustainable aviation fuel supply point on the East Coast, Naples is playing a key role in making the fuel more accessible across the United States.

On the ground, the Naples Airport Authority is committed to taking steps to reduce its environmental impact, including replacing airport ground vehicles with zero-emissions electric equipment and vehicles.

Protecting the environment for future generations is the goal, and we are committed to continually improving our sustainability practices.

Additionally, as part of our partnership with the Southwest Florida Land Preservation Trust, Naples Airport has placed large tracts of its land into permanent conservation for the Gordon River Greenway for residents to enjoy for generations to come.

As the work of the trust concludes, we will continue to preserve and maintain portions of the greenway on airport property. The maintenance of this property comes at no cost to city or county taxpayers.

Our efforts have drawn industry recognition such as the Florida Airport Council’s J. Bryan Cooper Environmental Award. From enhancing runway drainage to proactive habitat management, this program focuses on protecting Southwest Florida’s native wildlife while ensuring the safety of our pilots and passengers.

As aviation continues to progress in new and exciting directions, including the introduction of electric aircraft and Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Naples Airport is committed to being an industry leader in environmentally sustainable and responsible technology and programs.

Want to learn more about NAA? Visit the FAQ page of our website (flynaples.com/faq) or invite a member of our team to speak with your group. Better yet, call us to arrange for a tour of the airport: 239.643.0733.