Brussels said European carriers may use US-standard Jet-A, following EASA guidance on freezing-point differences with Europe’s usual Jet A-1 fuel.
Airlines also will avoid slot penalties if war-related fuel shortages disrupt operations, but cannot raise fares after purchase and face compensation exemptions only for extraordinary shortages, not high prices.
The measures follow industry calls for relief as Middle East conflict drives soaring costs; one estimate says Europe’s jet fuel stockpiles could shrink by 230,000 barrels a day this quarter.
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