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Colorado’s Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (KBJC) has begun offering unleaded avgas through Sheltair Aviation, becoming one of the latest airports in the state to add Swift Fuels UL94 as an alternative to 100LL.

Sales began in February with support from a state-backed initiative designed to help keep UL94 priced competitively while also reimbursing eligible aircraft owners for required supplemental type certificates. The move adds momentum to broader efforts aimed at reducing lead emissions from piston aircraft, particularly at busy general aviation airports like Rocky Mountain Metro, which has faced increased scrutiny from nearby communities over environmental and health concerns tied to leaded aviation fuel.

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iFlightPlanner supports UL94 and other fuel types as part of our comprehensive fuel price dataset, distributed across the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Directory and platforms like SkyVector, AeroQuote, Hamilton AI, SurfOS, CharterHub, and more.

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The 2026 SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo NOTAM specifies sign codes to inform ground personnel of your desired parking area at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport (KLAL).  You'll need to display one of these signs for your arrival and another for departure based on your aircraft type and parking or camping preference.

Arrival Signs

• General Aviation Camping (GAC)
• General Aviation Parking (GAP)
• Homebuilt Parking (HBP)
• Homebuilt Camping (HBC)
• Handicapped Parking (HC)
• Seaplane Parking (SP)
• Vintage Aircraft Camping (VAC)
• Vintage Area Parking (VAP)
• Young Aviators Camping (YAC)
• Future in Flight (FF)
• Big Wheel Camp (BW)
• Fixed Base Operator (FBO)
• E1 Ramp Tenants (E1)
• E2 Ramp Tenants (E2)
• Exhibitor (X)
• Paradise City Exhibitor (X-PC)
• Core Area Exhibitor (X-CR)
• Future in Flight Exhibitor (FFX)
• Warbirds (WB)
• Paradise City (P)

Departure Signs

• VFR Departure (VFR)
• IFR Departure (IFR)

The 2026 SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo NOTAM is required reading and should be part of every pilot's preflight preparation.  Remember to print your arrival and departure signs before your trip.

For more information, visit FlySNF.org.

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If you’re planning to fly into Lakeland for SUN ’n FUN 2026, now is the time to review the arrival procedures and begin planning your flight. The FAA has released the 2026 SUN ’n FUN Aerospace Expo NOTAM, which contains critical information for pilots including arrival and departure procedures, frequencies, traffic flow, holding procedures, and airport operations during the event.

With thousands of aircraft arriving throughout the week, safety and preparation are essential. Pilots are expected to thoroughly review the NOTAM prior to departure and follow all published procedures and ATC instructions while operating in the Lakeland area. The NOTAM also outlines required use of windshield signs, VFR arrival transitions, and specific sequencing procedures to support efficient traffic flow.

Pilots should have a copy of the NOTAM available in-flight and monitor ATIS for the latest arrival information as they approach Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL). Taking time to study the procedures in advance helps ensure a safe and efficient arrival for everyone.

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We’ve linked the full NOTAM along with the Arrival & Departure Signs for quick access when planning your flight into Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL).

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In anticipation of the large number of aircraft operating to and from areas hosting major sporting and entertainment events, the FAA has published updated procedures in its Domestic Notices valid from March 19, 2026 to enhance safety and minimize air traffic delays.

• April 3-7, 2026: NCAA Men's Final Four
• April 5-13, 2026: The Masters Tournament
• April 13-19, 2026: SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo

 THESE PROCEDURES MAY BE REVISED OR UNAVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THE EVENT.  PILOTS SHOULD CHECK NOTICES AND TRAFFIC ADVISORIES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TO ENSURE THE MOST CURRENT INFORMATION. THESE NOTICES DO NOT SUPERCEDE RESTRICTIONS PERTAINING TO THE USE OF AIRSPACE CONTAINED IN FDC NOTICES.

Official airport, navigation and chart data for the FAA's 56-day AIRAC cycle beginning March 19, 2026 became current today as of 09:01Z.  This includes updated georeferenced data for airport diagrams and instrument approach procedures available in iFlightPlanner for iPad and iFlightPlanner for iPhone.

Anytime you access iFlightPlanner or iFlightPlanner for AOPA from your desktop, laptop, or smartphone browser you can be confident you're seeing the most current and accurate data available.

To ensure iFlightPlanner is current on your iPhone or iPad, simply tap "Check for Updates" in the upper-left corner of the Downloads tab.  Each app will quickly tell you which packages need to be updated!

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iFlightPlanner for iPad and iFlightPlanner for iPhone users may now download airport and navigation data as well as aeronautical charts, georeferenced airport diagrams and terminal procedures for the FAA Data Cycle that goes into effect on March 19, 2026.  Simply tap the button in the upper-left corner of the Downloads tab to "Check For Updates."

Pilots using iFlightPlanner for AOPA or iFlightPlanner on their desktop, laptop, or mobile device will see iFlightPlanner automatically make the transition to the new data at 9:01Z on March 19.

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Support is growing for legislation that would prohibit the use of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) data to collect fees from pilots. AOPA said the federal Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act is gaining cosponsors in Congress while similar efforts continue at the state level. Florida lawmakers have advanced a related bill to the governor, and Montana previously enacted protections in 2025, with more than a dozen other states considering comparable measures. AOPA also noted support from airports in several states and pointed to testimony from NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy, who said the practice should be prohibited because ADS-B is a safety tool and should not be used as a revenue source for pilot fees.

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iFlightPlanner Comment:

As efforts to restrict misuse of ADS-B data gain momentum, it reinforces the importance of understanding how ADS-B is intended to support safety and situational awareness. For a deeper look at ADS-B capabilities and how they fit into your planning workflow, see the ADS-B devices compatible with iFlightPlanner.

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U.S. aviation fuel prices moved higher again in February, marking the second consecutive month of increases nationwide.

National JET A Full Service averaged $6.41 in February, representing an increase of $0.06 (0.9%) compared to January. Excluding Alaska and Hawaii, Lower-48 JET A Full Service averaged $6.36, up $0.06 (1.0%).

National 100LL pricing also moved slightly higher in February. 100LL Full Service averaged $6.43, an increase of $0.06 (0.9%) compared to January, while 100LL Self Service again averaged $5.43, continuing to reflect an approximate 15% savings for operators utilizing self-service fuel where available.

For MOGAS and UL94, pricing moved in opposite directions in February 2026. UL94 Self Service averaged $6.87, while MOGAS averaged $4.67, reflecting a month-over-month increase in UL94 and a slight decline in MOGAS, with both fuels continuing to show limited and highly regional availability nationwide.

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This report summarizes U.S. aviation fuel price trends for February 2026, based on pricing data collected directly by iFlightPlanner from 3,349 fixed base operators (FBOs) and fuel service providers (FSPs) across the United States. All prices reflect reported retail prices at the time of confirmation. This data is distributed to leading aviation organizations and platforms, including the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), AeroQuote, Hamilton AI, SkyVector, SurfOS, CharterHub, and more.