Fuel planning
EASA fuel planning defines what must be on board at departure and what must remain at destination or alternate. Know each component and what it includes — exam questions often swap inclusions.
Fuel terminology overview
Section titled “Fuel terminology overview”Contingency fuel
Section titled “Contingency fuel”Alternate fuel
Section titled “Alternate fuel”Final reserve fuel
Section titled “Final reserve fuel”Additional fuel
Section titled “Additional fuel”Extra fuel
Section titled “Extra fuel”Fuel required at destination and alternate
Section titled “Fuel required at destination and alternate”Block fuel build-up
Section titled “Block fuel build-up”Commercial flight reserve summary
Section titled “Commercial flight reserve summary”| Engine type | Final reserve |
|---|---|
| Reciprocating/piston | 45 min cruise |
| Turbojet (with alternate) | 30 min hold at 1500 ft above alternate |
| Turbojet (no alternate) | 15 min additional + 30 min reserve = 45 min concept |
| Isolated aerodrome (turbine) | 2 hours cruise consumption including final reserve |