IFQP INSPECTION PREPARATION · Aero Support Group FZCO · Updated 23 October 2026
What is IFQP?
IFQP is the IATA Fuel Quality Pool. Member airlines share the inspection workload at airports worldwide, with stations allocated by IATA each year, and share the reports through a restricted website. Observations are sent to the fuel supplier concerned so it can take corrective action. Inspections cover fuel quality and safety only.
IATA states that the programme supports airline compliance with Regulation (EU) No 965/2012, EASA AMC M.A.301-1 and 14 CFR 121.373.
What the checklist is based on
- The IFQP checklist is based on the latest JIG guidelines and standards: JIG 1 for into-plane, JIG 2 for depots and hydrants and JIG 4 for smaller airports.
- Fuel must meet the governing specification: DEF STAN 91-091 (Issue 19, October 2026) or ASTM D1655, with AFQRJOS as the joint checklist.
- IATA’s Guidance Material on Standard Into-plane Fuelling Procedures covers the into-plane interface with the airline.
What IFQP inspectors check
- Tank farm: product receipt and certificate of quality chain, filtration, tank condition, sampling and records.
- Into-plane equipment: deadman and pressure control tests, hose pressure tests, filter differential pressure and bonding.
- Hydrant system: pit condition, low-point drains and hydrant records.
- Records: daily, weekly and monthly quality control checks, training and equipment maintenance.
Where suppliers lose points
- Quality control checks done but recorded inconsistently, or recorded before they are done.
- Filter differential pressure readings not corrected for flow rate or not trended.
- Overdue hose and deadman tests on parked vehicles.
- Procedures not updated for recent JIG bulletins.
- Gaps in training records for temporary or new staff.
How ASG prepares you
- Pre-inspection assessment against the current IFQP and JIG checklists.
- Records review for the tank farm, hydrant and into-plane operations.
- Procedure updates for recent JIG bulletins and DEF STAN 91-091 Issue 19.
- Training and competence records for operators and supervisors.
- Corrective actions and evidence for IFQP observations.
- For airlines: using IFQP reports within the fuel supplier oversight programme.
Conclusion
IFQP inspections put a supplier’s daily fuel quality discipline in front of every airline that uses the station. Suppliers that keep records honestly, follow current JIG requirements and close observations fast keep their customers’ confidence. ASG helps them do that.
Frequently asked questions
The IATA Fuel Quality Pool, a group of 220+ airlines that share fuel inspection workload and reports for suppliers and into-plane agents worldwide.
A checklist based on the latest JIG guidelines and standards.
Participating airlines, through a restricted website. Observations go to the fuel supplier concerned for corrective action.
Through a five-day IATA accreditation course of theory and hands-on training, with recurrent training available.
Key takeaways
- IFQP: 220+ airlines, 1,000+ inspections a year, 200+ inspectors
- Checklist based on the latest JIG standards
- Reports are shared with all participating airlines
- Supports airline compliance with EASA and FAA supplier oversight rules
- Record keeping and bulletin updates are common weak points
Expecting an IFQP inspection?
Tell us your station and scope. ASG will check readiness against the current checklist.