Sustainability

Global aviation solutions provider, UAS International Trip Support (UAS) and aviation sustainability solution leader, 4AIR, have entered a strategic partnership.

“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.

Airbus UpNext has launched a new technological demonstrator to accelerate the maturation of superconducting technologies for use in electric propulsion systems of a future hydrogen-powered aircraft.

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.

Leading aerospace companies are collaborating to evaluate technical issues regarding the compatibility of 100% SAF with aircraft systems.

Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific & Middle East has announced the results of the Green Airports Recognition (GAR) 2024.

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.

Turkish Airlines and The World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) to are to forge a strategic partnership for sustainable tourism.

Victor, an on-demand jet charter platform, has announced its commitment to delivering its climate action strategy in the MENA region.

Embraer is to help in the development of aerospace ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, along with The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s National Industrial Development Center (NIDC), AHQ Group.

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.

Airbus UpNext has started testing new technologies to support automatic taxiing and enhance pilot assistance onboard an innovative electric truck.

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.