Question

What color of dye is added to the following fuel grades: 80, 100, 100LL, Turbine?

A. 80 - Red, 100 - Green, 100LL - Blue, Turbine - Clear
B. 80 - Red, 100 - Green, 100LL - Blue, Turbine - Yellow
C. 80 - Red, 100 - Green, 100LL - Blue, Turbine - Purple
D. 80 - Red, 100 - Green, 100LL - Blue, Turbine - Pink

Answer 1

The proper dye color for aviation fuel grades 80 is Red, 100 is Green, 100LL is Blue, and Turbine fuel typically does not have a dye and is clear. Option A is the closest correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

The color of dye added to different fuel grades is standardized to help identify the type of fuel and prevent misuse. The correct dye colors for various aviation fuel grades are as follows:

• 80 - Red
• 100 - Green
• 100LL (Low Lead) - Blue
• Turbine fuel - Clear or sometimes has a light straw color but no specific dye color.

Note that turbine fuel is not dyed yellow, purple, or pink as listed in the multiple-choice options. The closest correct answer to the given options would be A. 80 - Red, 100 - Green, 100LL - Blue, Turbine - Clear.