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What is Tankering Decision?

Tankering Decision The operational determination to carry extra fuel for economic or logistical reasons, usually based on fuel pricing and availability at destination.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Tankering Decision” Used in Practice?

Company dispatch communicated a tankering decision for today's sector due to higher fuel costs at the destination.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is Tankering Decision?

The operational determination to carry extra fuel for economic or logistical reasons, usually based on fuel pricing and availability at destination.

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