stackyFACTSModern jets are not burning some exotic, sci-fi propulsion liquid. Jet-A is essentially highly refined kerosene, incredibly similar to the stuff used in cheap portable heaters, but strictly filtered to prevent freezing at high altitudes. You are basically flying on glorified lamp oil.
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