WEBINAR: Exploring Fluorine-containing Elastomeric Seals in Sustainable Aviation Fuels

June 5, 2025
11:00 am EDT / 8:00 am PDT

This webinar is an in-depth exploration of research on fluorine-containing elastomeric seals and their behavior in sustainable aviation fuel environments. We'll discuss critical insights from Phase 1 and 2 testing on material durability, fuel compatibility, and resilience in synthetic kerosene-based fuels under demanding conditions. Backed by independent lab data and led by Greene Tweed engineers, this session is designed for aerospace innovators, technical leaders, and decision-makers seeking sustainable advancements without compromising safety or reliability.

In this webinar, you will learn:

• The role of SAF in aviation's decarbonization strategy and why this solution is uniquely suited for rapid adoption compared to hydrogen or battery-powered alternatives.
• A detailed examination of Greene Tweed's fluorine-based aerospace compounds in select SAF fluids, including the FKM and FVQM materials integral to aerospace fuel sealing.
• The testing methodologies and results revealing material resilience, compatibility, and potential degradation in aggressive SAF environments.
• Recommendations for selecting the right sealing solutions, empowering application engineers and decision-makers to design more reliable, SAF-ready systems.

Speakers:

Andy Clarke
Design & Analysis Engineer III, Sealing Systems, Greene Tweed

Becky Petry
Design & Analysis Engineer III, Sealing Systems, Greene Tweed

Ed Hazelwood - Moderator
Aviation Week Contributor

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