Industry Studies How To Make Rotorcraft More Sustainable

Safran testing of Makila engine with 100% SAF
Safran is testing one of its Makila engines with 100% SAF on its Bearcat test bench, measuring emissions and the impact of the fuel on key components.
Credit: Safran Helicopter Engines
Like the commercial airliner business, the helicopter industry has been trying to make itself greener for decades. Engines that are more fuel-efficient as well as improvements in aerodynamics and blade design have resulted in more capable platforms that produce fewer emissions than previous...

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