1. What It Is:JP54 (Colonial Grade) and TS-1 are types of aviation turbine fuels used mainly in military and civil aviation. JP54 is a trade name historically used in the U.S., similar to Jet A-1 but with slightly different properties. TS-1 is a Russian specification for aviation kerosene widely used in the former Soviet Union and CIS countries.
2. Applications:
- Military jet engines
- Some civil aviation turbines
- Cargo and fighter aircraft
- Helicopters powered by turbine engines
3. Features:
- JP54 has good cold weather performance and stability
- TS-1 has lower freezing point, suitable for very cold climates
- Both fuels contain additives like antioxidants and static dissipators
- TS-1 is especially popular in Russia and CIS countries
4. Trade & Supply:
- JP54 is less commonly traded today, replaced mostly by Jet A-1
- TS-1 is exported primarily from Russia and neighboring countries
- Requires rigorous Q&Q inspection before shipment (SGS, Saybolt)
- Delivered via pipeline, barge, or tanker trucks
5. Notes:
- JP54 is an informal trade term, not an ASTM standard
- TS-1 has been historically used in Russian military and civil aviation
