avgas
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of avgas
First recorded in 1940–45; av(iation) + gas(oline)
Example Sentences
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This includes a determination that leaded avgas emissions from piston-engine aircraft contribute to air pollution, and that lead air pollution can be reasonably anticipated to endanger the public's health or welfare.
From Salon ● Aug. 27, 2021
In its petition, the coalition makes the case that leaded avgas meets the criteria required by the Clean Air Act to make an endangerment finding.
From Salon ● Aug. 27, 2021
“But avgas is a specialty fuel,” Braly said.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2013
Each year avgas accounts for nearly 60 percent of total lead emissions in the United States.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2013
According to statistics gathered by the Natural Resources Defense Council, nationwide more than three million children attend schools in close proximity to airports where avgas is burned.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2013
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