If you are planning a fuel stop at ACI Jet, you may be able to earn rewards on an eligible purchase. The program to know is AVTRIP Rewards, run by ACI Jet’s fuel partner Avfuel. It is not a separate ACI Jet points program. Avfuel announced AVTRIP availability at ACI Jet’s John Wayne/Orange County Airport (KSNA) FBO when the location joined its branded network.
This guide explains who can join, how to earn points, what they are worth, and the small step that can prevent a missed reward.
What Is AVTRIP Rewards?
AVTRIP is Avfuel’s free loyalty program for people and companies involved in aviation fuel purchasing. Members earn points on eligible fuel purchases at participating FBOs. The account can be registered in an individual’s name or a company’s name. If you purchase fuel for an employer or flight department, decide which account should receive the points before ordering; Avfuel’s program guidelines say that disputes over points between an individual and an employer are their responsibility.
Does ACI Jet Participate?
Yes. Avfuel announced AVTRIP availability at ACI Jet’s John Wayne/Orange County Airport FBO. A separate Avfuel listing identifies AVTRIP and Avfuel Contract Fuel at these ACI Jet locations:
- KSNA — John Wayne/Orange County Airport, Santa Ana.
- KSBP — San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, San Luis Obispo.
- KPRB — Paso Robles Municipal Airport, Paso Robles.
These published listings do not confirm that every fuel type or transaction earns points today. Before booking a stop, check the Avfuel location finder and ask the ACI Jet team whether your specific purchase qualifies, especially if you use contract fuel.
How Many Points Can You Earn?
Avfuel states that participating U.S. FBOs award a minimum of 2 AVTRIP points per gallon of eligible retail aviation fuel. Individual FBOs may offer more, and Gold or Platinum members may receive additional tier points. Do not assume a bonus is available at ACI Jet on the date of your visit; ask about the rate before fueling.
Here is what the published minimum rate means in practice:
- Example purchase: 500 eligible gallons × 2 base points per gallon = 1,000 points, before any tier or promotional additions.
- Cash award: Every 5,000 points converts to a $25 award during Avfuel’s annual redemption.
- Base-rate example: 2,500 eligible gallons × 2 points per gallon = 5,000 points, enough for one $25 award. Tier acceleration or other eligible points could help you reach that threshold sooner.
- Remaining points: Points below the next 5,000-point threshold roll forward. Avfuel says AVTRIP points do not expire.
These are examples based on Avfuel’s published program rules, not a quote for a particular ACI Jet fuel purchase.
How to Sign Up and Get Credit for an ACI Jet Fuel Purchase
- Enroll with Avfuel before your fuel stop. Enrollment is free, and you can choose an individual or company account.
- Save your AVTRIP member number. Avfuel says an online enrollee receives a number after submitting the form; a physical card is optional.
- Give the number to the FBO employee at the time of purchase and ask whether your fuel order is eligible. Merely paying with an Avfuel Pro Card does not automatically add AVTRIP points.
- Check your AVTRIP account after the transaction. Avfuel says fuel points generally appear within one to three business days, though end-of-quarter posting may take up to 10 days.
If points are still missing more than 10 business days after the transaction, Avfuel directs members to submit its Missing Point Request Form through their account or contact AVTRIP support.
Can you sign up at ACI Jet? Avfuel says paper enrollment forms are available at participating FBOs, and the number printed on a form can be used to start earning points. You should check with ACI Jet staff before or during your visit to see if they currently have these forms available, or simply register online.
What If You Buy Contract Fuel?
Ask a more specific question: “Will this Avfuel Contract Fuel purchase earn AVTRIP points at this location?” Avfuel lets users filter its FBO finder for locations that award points on contract fuel. Its program guidelines say that when an FBO offers points on contract fuel, qualifying purchases must go through Avfuel’s Contract Fuel Program and be supplied and billed by Avfuel. A purchase through another broker or supplier is not covered by that provision. Even when the accounts are linked online, you still need to provide your AVTRIP number to the FBO.
When and How Are Rewards Paid?
AVTRIP is a cash-award program, not an immediate discount on the fuel invoice. Avfuel assesses qualifying point balances at the end of the calendar year and generally distributes awards in the first quarter of the following year, commonly in late January or early February. Members can select a bank deposit, Venmo, or PayPal as their payout method. Keep your account email and payment details current so an eligible award can be delivered.
Do Membership Tiers Matter?
New AVTRIP members begin at Silver. Avfuel determines higher tiers from qualifying activity during a calendar year:
- Silver: The starting tier. Avfuel lists an 8% annual accelerator rate for points in the account.
- Gold: Earn AVTRIP points on 7,500 gallons of fuel or on fuel purchases at 10 unique participating FBOs. The stated annual accelerator rate is 10%.
- Platinum: Earn AVTRIP points on 30,000 gallons of fuel or on fuel purchases at 25 unique participating FBOs. The stated annual accelerator rate is 12%.
Avfuel assesses tier status at the end of the calendar year for the following year. Accelerator points are added quarterly and compounded based on the account’s point balance. The percentages apply to points, not to fuel prices or cash deposits.
Before You Refuel: A Quick Checklist
- Confirm that the specific ACI Jet FBO currently awards AVTRIP points on your planned fuel purchase.
- Ask whether your retail or contract-fuel transaction qualifies and whether a current bonus applies.
- Tell the FBO which AVTRIP account should receive the points and provide its member number during the transaction.
- Check that the points post afterward; follow up through Avfuel if they do not.
These checks reflect Avfuel’s eligibility and missing-points instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AVTRIP an ACI Jet loyalty program?
No. AVTRIP is operated by Avfuel. ACI Jet is an FBO partner that Avfuel has identified as offering the program at KSNA.
Do I need a physical AVTRIP card?
No. Avfuel says the FBO needs your member number, which can be given verbally; it can also look up your membership information.
Can the crew and operator split the points?
Avfuel says a fuel transaction’s points can be split between two members when both account numbers are provided and the FBO is asked to split the transaction. The crew and operator should also follow their own company policy for rewards earned on business purchases.
Can I get points after fueling if I forgot my number?
Avfuel asks members to provide their number when purchasing fuel. If points are missing, its FAQ provides a Missing Point Request Form after 10 business days; it does not promise that every forgotten-number transaction can be credited retroactively.
Is there a current ACI Jet bonus-points promotion?
I cannot confirm a current ACI Jet-specific AVTRIP bonus from Avfuel’s published sources. Check Avfuel’s bonus-point opportunities or ask the FBO before the purchase.
