Altering Trajectories To Combat Contrails Seen As Affordable

Thierry Dubois March 13, 2024
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LYON—While avoiding the formation of condensation trails (contrails) is an emerging priority for aviation in reducing its climate impact, cost has been a concern for operators. A research paper is putting numbers on the matter, showing contrail prevention is affordable. For a massive 73% reduction...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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