Joint Inspection Group (JIG) Membership
QJet’s Membership in the Joint Inspection Group (JIG) & Participation in JITS Inspections
Qatar Jet Fuel Company (QJet) is a recognized member of the Joint Inspection Group (JIG)—the global responsible for developing and maintaining aviation fuel handling standards. QJet also participates in the JIG Inspection Tracking System (JITS), a structured third-party audit framework that ensures full compliance, transparency, and operational consistency across its refueling operations at Hamad International Airport (HIA) and Doha International Airport (DIA).
About JIG Membership
The Joint Inspection Group (JIG) represents over 60 major oil companies, airlines, and fuel service providers collaborating to uphold uniform global standards for:
• Aviation fuel storage
• Quality assurance
• Into-plane fueling operations
• Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE)
QJet’s membership ensures full alignment with JIG’s internationally accepted standards, including:
• JIG 1 – Into-plane fueling operations
• JIG 2 – Airport fuel storage & distribution systems
• JIG HSSEMS Standard – Health, Safety, Security and Environmental Management System
• JIG – Governance & Assurance Manual
This membership gives QJET access to the latest operational guidelines, training resources, technical bulletins, and participation in global safety forums and benchmarking initiatives.
JIG Inspection Tracking System (JITS)
To ensure transparency and continuous improvement, QJet voluntarily participates in the JIG Inspection Tracking System (JITS), a formal, standardized inspection program designed to assess compliance across all aspects of aviation fuel operations.
Under JITS:
• QJet’s fuel farms, hydrant systems, and into-plane equipment are audited by accredited third-party inspectors.
• Inspections follow JIG’s rigorous criteria, including technical operations, documentation, maintenance logs, emergency procedures, and staff competencies.
• Audit findings and compliance ratings are recorded in the JITS global database, accessible to JIG members and participating airlines.
Benefits of JIG & JITS Participation
QJet’s engagement with JIG and JITS delivers measurable value to both its operations and customers:
| Area | Impact |
| Operational Excellence | Ensures consistent, safe, and efficient refueling standards |
| Global Recognition | Trusted by IATA-member airlines and fuel coordinators worldwide |
| Audit Transparency | Provides third-party verification of compliance to aviation partners |
| Airline Confidence | Streamlines approvals for airline fueling contracts and tenders |
| Continuous Improvement | Enables regular feedback, peer learning, and corrective action planning |
| HSSE Compliance | Reinforces safety and environmental practices in line with ICAO & IATA standards |
Performance & Recognition
QJet consistently achieves high compliance scores in JITS inspections, reflecting its commitment to:
• Safe fuel storage and hydrant operations
• Meticulous documentation and maintenance
• Qualified and trained fueling personnel
• Robust emergency response protocols
• Transparent quality control and reporting
The inspection results reinforce QJet’s status as a leading refueling operator in the region, fully aligned with global aviation fuel handling standards.
Trusted by Global Airlines
As a JIG-compliant and JITS-audited facility, QJet is recognized and trusted by over 60 international and regional carriers, including its primary customer, Qatar Airways. The company’s Participation in these programs ensures seamless partnerships with airlines that demand the highest safety and quality standards.