Continental To Test Algae/Jatropha Oil Biofuel

Continental Airlines has scheduled the first biofuel demonstration flight to include algae in the mix of fuel sources. A Boeing 737-800 will take off on the non-revenue flight from Houston Jan. 7. The 737’s No. 2 (right) CFM56-7B engine will burn a blend of 50% jet fuel and 50% biofuel produced from...

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