Castle & Cooke Aviation Joins Forces with Avfuel to Emphasize Sustainability at Van Nuys Airport

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Castle & Cooke Aviation, a premier FBO provider, is spotlighting its growing sustainability portfolio at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) by partnering with Avfuel Corporation, the leading supplier of aviation fuel and services, at EBACE 2025. This partnership underscores the FBO's commitment to operational elegance and environmental responsibility. Castle & Cooke Aviation VNY proudly offers sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Avfuel and its nearby production partner, Neste. The fuel blend, averaging 30% concentrated SAF and 70% petroleum-based Jet A, significantly reduces lifecycle carbon emissions without the need for aircraft or engine modifications.

Key Takeaways:

  • Castle & Cooke Aviation VNY proudly offers sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Avfuel and Neste, reducing lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 70% without requiring aircraft or engine modifications.
  • The FBO has taken significant steps toward more sustainable ground operations, including outfitting rooftops with photovoltaic (PV) solar systems to reduce energy demand, installed in 2019.
  • Castle & Cooke Aviation VNY has transitioned a significant portion of its ground support equipment (GSE) to electric-powered solutions, including electric tugs, charging units, golf carts, and ground power units.
  • The FBO is preparing to install electric vehicle charging stations across its VNY campus, aligning with California's evolving transportation landscape.
  • Castle & Cooke Aviation's sustainability efforts are matched by its dedication to world-class service, offering U.S. Customs and Border Protection clearance on site and premium FBO support services in Honolulu at PHNL.

Statistics:

  • The fuel blend provided by Castle & Cooke Aviation VNY averages 30% concentrated SAF and 70% petroleum-based Jet A.
  • The photovoltaic (PV) solar systems installed on the rooftops of six hangars have significantly reduced energy demand.
  • 80% of ground support equipment (GSE) at Castle & Cooke Aviation VNY has been transitioned to electric-powered solutions.
  • The FBO has ordered additional electric equipment, including an electric baggage loader, and plans to evaluate other electric solutions in the coming months.

Sources:

  • *Avfuel Corporation, Castle & Cooke Aviation Emphasize Sustainable Aviation Fuel at EBACE 2025*, Avfuel, 2025
  • *Castle & Cooke Aviation at EBACE 2025: Cradle to Gate Sustainability*, Castle & Cooke Aviation, 2025
  • *Avfuel and Castle & Cooke Aviation highlight sustainable aviation fuel at EBACE 2025*, (EBACE 2025 attendee press release), 2025
  • Castle & Cooke Aviation VNY website and materials, 2025
  • Neste website and materials, 2025