Daily Memo: Should Emission Cuts Target Short-Haul Or Long-Haul First?

jet landing at Heathrow
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A common perception, at least in Europe, is that long-haul flights generate half of commercial air transport’s CO2 emissions, despite their small proportion in aircraft movements. That is the position of Eurocontrol, the organization in charge of air traffic management in Europe. Therefore...
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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