Sustainability

“We all have to work toward a net-zero world. I’m going to go flying, but then I should also take responsibility for that,” Albers said.

Many European airlines have signed partnerships for seamless travel with rail operators, but environmentalists are skeptical of the emissions-cutting benefits.

The results vary widely, as some airlines appear to stagnate while others make advancements.

The system is intended to enable dispatchers, controllers and pilots to see which areas and contrail formation altitudes to avoid.

The campaign was launched by NBAA-BACE in October to advance the industry’s commitment to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

If the sector seems to be pinning its hopes on unproven technologies coming to the rescue by 2050, its PR problems may only just be beginning.

The executives recognize the race to industry-wide net-zero carbon emissions as ambitious, but they maintain that the goal is achievable through collaboration.

European respondents to JetNet iQ’s survey of business aviation owners and operators cited environmental and sustainability issues as No. 2.

One year after eco-activists walked into the static display at EBACE, they consider their action met its goal in raising public awareness.

In 2021 airlines pledged to hit net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Aviation Week experts debate their progress so far and what approach should be taken going forward.

To address SAF production challenges, “a broad mandate may be needed,” a panelist said, citing efforts by the EU, Japan, Malaysia, Norway, Singapore and the UK.

Business aviation insiders may be forgiven for thinking that sustainability already dominates much of the sector’s available bandwidth.

The startup says its revamped hybrid system will increase efficiency, but analysts are not as convinced.

Airbus has signed an MOU with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

Initial flights suggest the rotorcraft will easily surpass fuel consumption and performance targets.

This week’s Carbon Analysis returns to India for a look at the annual figures of four airlines, namely Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet and Vistara.

Alternative fuels approved for use in aircraft are currently limited to a maximum of 50% blends to avoid compatibility issues.

Eliminating contrails would cut aviation's climate impact by half, but can it be done? NASA climate scientist Richard Moore joins to share the latest research.

Boeing’s dedicated ecoDemonstrator is poised to enter a new test phase with a focus on improved operational efficiency and sustainability in cabin interiors.

The company’s turboelectric airliner concept would reduce fuel usage, operating costs and contrails.

Arcadia eFuels has three e-fuel facilities under development in Denmark, the UK and the U.S.

A mandate would provide stability and a more even playing field, enabling the aviation industry to cut emissions more quickly.

AirBaltic has signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate with Dutch company Fokker Next Gen on design of a hydrogen-powered 120-150-seat airliner.

Airlines for Europe (A4E) has revealed that work is underway to update the cross-European industry Destination 2050 net-zero roadmap released in November 2021.

Signature’s blended SAF offering at LAX includes 30% Neste MY SAF and 70% conventional Jet-A.