Recoil Aerospace, May 02, 2026 - BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky - Recoil Aerospace Inc. is please to announced the debut of its latest product innovation, the new Expeditionary Fuel System (EFS), which was unveiled at the Army Aviation Association of America (AAAA) Summit in Nashville last month.
The addition of a fuel pump system to Recoil’s existing Expeditionary Fuel Tank (EFT) further expands its mission support capabilities for operators, providing increased, immediate access to fuel when needed most.
Geared toward the ever-growing need for Forward Arming and Refueling Points (FARP) in remote locales, the EFS is both durable and lightweight – key aspects when operating in austere and/or unexpected locations.
Recoil’s continued commitment to delivering dependable and mission-ready support to military and commercial customers worldwide is even more evident with this new system.
Joseph Rice, president of Recoil Aerospace, said “Recoil is committed to supporting United States Army Aviation and its ground forces in the ever-expanding dynamic of the modern battlespace. Introducing the Expeditionary Fuel System provides the soldier with a modular, durable, and lightweight solution to agile FARP operations. The EFS provides a 1,000-gallon carbon fiber tank, 150 gallon per minute pump, filtration, 50-foot hose reel in a sling loadable, air droppable package, which is scalable with added 1,000-gallon Expeditionary Fuel Tanks. This is the capability gap closer we believe Army Aviation has been looking for”
About Recoil Aerospace, Inc. : Founded in 2008, Recoil Aerospace designs and supports Tsunami aerial fire suppression tank systems, military carbon fiber liquid handling tanks, and lightweight carbon fiber aero-structures.
The Expeditionary Fuel System (EFS) during field trials with the 101st Airborne Division
Helis - The Expeditionary Fuel System (EFS) is a modular, aerospace-grade liquid transport solution designed to provide rapid, high-capacity fuel and fluid logistics across a wide range of military and civil operations. At its core is the U1000 Expeditionary Fuel Tank (EFT), a 1,000-gallon carbon fiber composite container engineered for deployment within standard aircraft cargo systems without requiring structural modification or additional certification.
Constructed from U.S.-manufactured carbon fiber materials, the tank combines low weight with high structural integrity, offering a system weight of approximately 380 pounds. Its rigid composite design represents a significant advancement over traditional soft-sided fuel bladders (“blivets”), which typically suffer from limited service life and reduced durability. The EFT’s robust structure allows it to be transported and even air-delivered either full or empty, enhancing operational flexibility in austere environments.
The system is fully compatible with a wide spectrum of liquids, including petroleum products, diesel, JP-8 aviation fuel, potable water, and certain chemical agents. This versatility enables its use across multiple mission profiles, ranging from fuel resupply and forward operating base sustainment to humanitarian and disaster relief operations. The tank’s design incorporates features such as dry-break valves, 4-inch camlock ports, and compliance with FAA 14 CFR Part 25 standards, including tolerance for rapid decompression events up to 40,000 feet.
A defining characteristic of the EFS is its seamless integration with existing logistics infrastructure. The tank is NATO 463L pallet-compatible, allowing it to be quickly loaded onto and off aircraft using standard cargo handling systems. It has been successfully evaluated across a broad range of fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms, including the Lockheed C-130 Hercules, Boeing C-17 Globemaster III, Airbus C-295, Airbus A400M Atlas, Boeing CH-47 Chinook, Sikorsky CH-53, and the Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey.
Beyond military applications, the system has demonstrated relevance in civilian emergency response scenarios. Its ability to rapidly deliver fuel or potable water makes it a valuable asset during disaster recovery operations, particularly in regions affected by hurricanes, floods, or infrastructure collapse. The system’s rapid installation and removal capability further supports time-critical deployment.
Manufactured and supported in the United States, the EFS is produced in partnership with Aerospace Composites Solutions (ACS), an AS9100-certified facility. This ensures compliance with stringent aerospace manufacturing standards and reinforces the system’s positioning as a durable, long-life alternative to legacy expeditionary fuel transport solutions.
The addition of a fuel pump system to Recoil’s existing Expeditionary Fuel Tank (EFT) further expands its mission support capabilities for operators, providing increased, immediate access to fuel when needed most.
Geared toward the ever-growing need for Forward Arming and Refueling Points (FARP) in remote locales, the EFS is both durable and lightweight – key aspects when operating in austere and/or unexpected locations.
Recoil’s continued commitment to delivering dependable and mission-ready support to military and commercial customers worldwide is even more evident with this new system.
Joseph Rice, president of Recoil Aerospace, said “Recoil is committed to supporting United States Army Aviation and its ground forces in the ever-expanding dynamic of the modern battlespace. Introducing the Expeditionary Fuel System provides the soldier with a modular, durable, and lightweight solution to agile FARP operations. The EFS provides a 1,000-gallon carbon fiber tank, 150 gallon per minute pump, filtration, 50-foot hose reel in a sling loadable, air droppable package, which is scalable with added 1,000-gallon Expeditionary Fuel Tanks. This is the capability gap closer we believe Army Aviation has been looking for”
About Recoil Aerospace, Inc. : Founded in 2008, Recoil Aerospace designs and supports Tsunami aerial fire suppression tank systems, military carbon fiber liquid handling tanks, and lightweight carbon fiber aero-structures.
Expeditionary Fuel System (EFS)
The Expeditionary Fuel System (EFS) during field trials with the 101st Airborne Division
Helis - The Expeditionary Fuel System (EFS) is a modular, aerospace-grade liquid transport solution designed to provide rapid, high-capacity fuel and fluid logistics across a wide range of military and civil operations. At its core is the U1000 Expeditionary Fuel Tank (EFT), a 1,000-gallon carbon fiber composite container engineered for deployment within standard aircraft cargo systems without requiring structural modification or additional certification.
Constructed from U.S.-manufactured carbon fiber materials, the tank combines low weight with high structural integrity, offering a system weight of approximately 380 pounds. Its rigid composite design represents a significant advancement over traditional soft-sided fuel bladders (“blivets”), which typically suffer from limited service life and reduced durability. The EFT’s robust structure allows it to be transported and even air-delivered either full or empty, enhancing operational flexibility in austere environments.
The system is fully compatible with a wide spectrum of liquids, including petroleum products, diesel, JP-8 aviation fuel, potable water, and certain chemical agents. This versatility enables its use across multiple mission profiles, ranging from fuel resupply and forward operating base sustainment to humanitarian and disaster relief operations. The tank’s design incorporates features such as dry-break valves, 4-inch camlock ports, and compliance with FAA 14 CFR Part 25 standards, including tolerance for rapid decompression events up to 40,000 feet.
A defining characteristic of the EFS is its seamless integration with existing logistics infrastructure. The tank is NATO 463L pallet-compatible, allowing it to be quickly loaded onto and off aircraft using standard cargo handling systems. It has been successfully evaluated across a broad range of fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms, including the Lockheed C-130 Hercules, Boeing C-17 Globemaster III, Airbus C-295, Airbus A400M Atlas, Boeing CH-47 Chinook, Sikorsky CH-53, and the Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey.
Beyond military applications, the system has demonstrated relevance in civilian emergency response scenarios. Its ability to rapidly deliver fuel or potable water makes it a valuable asset during disaster recovery operations, particularly in regions affected by hurricanes, floods, or infrastructure collapse. The system’s rapid installation and removal capability further supports time-critical deployment.
Manufactured and supported in the United States, the EFS is produced in partnership with Aerospace Composites Solutions (ACS), an AS9100-certified facility. This ensures compliance with stringent aerospace manufacturing standards and reinforces the system’s positioning as a durable, long-life alternative to legacy expeditionary fuel transport solutions.
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Recoil Aerospace State of Kentucky 101st CAB
101st Combat Aviation Brigade US Army Aviation 
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