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The title says it all.
Just received the latest price sheet from TOTAL.
Probably about the same throughout Europe.

JET-A is exactly half the price.


which explains why the Europeans are much keener on development of the
diesel powerplant.


Correct.
Jet fuel in Europe benefits from a different tax structure, because it's
considered to be a commodity for professional transportation use, while avgas
is a luxury product for the rich. You don't see many Beech Dukes and Cessna
421's on European ramps - the cost of ownership/use is lower for a KingAir!