States Progress towards Long Term Aspirational Goal on Aviation Emissions
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed progress by states towards a long-term aspirational goal (LTAG) of net-zero aviation carbon emissions by 2050 in line with the Paris Agreement’s temperature objectives. This is noted in the summary of discussions for the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) High Level Meeting held in preparation for the 41st […]
American Furthers its Commitment to Sustainable Aviation Fuel
American Airlines announced today it has finalized an agreement with biofuel company Gevo, Inc. for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Over five years, American has committed to purchasing 500 million gallons of SAF, the most significant SAF offtake commitment to date for the carrier. “Today’s announcement is a historic step forward for American and our industry […]
Airbus completes assembly of first future wing prototype
Airbus’ transnational R&T programme – Wing of Tomorrow – has successfully delivered a first full-size wing prototype or ‘demonstrator’ that will help mature next-generation wing technologies. The completion of the first of three fully composite wing demonstrators marks the integration of more than 100 different component and manufacturing technologies that include an all-new industrial assembly […]
Mercedes become first global sports team to invest in Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Mercedes have announced that they will be investing in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as part of their commitment to reach Net Zero by 2030. The use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels – which employ either renewable or waste-derived materials – will help Mercedes achieve a near 50% reduction in the team’s air travel footprint for their […]
As Air Travel Rebounds, Boeing Forecasts Demand for More than 41,000 New Airplanes by 2041
With demand rebounding for international air travel following ongoing recovery in many domestic markets, Boeing [NYSE: BA] today projected demand for more than 41,000 new airplanes through 2041, underscoring aviation industry resilience two years after the pandemic began. Boeing released its 2022 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO), the company’s annual long-term forecast, in advance of the […]
Twelve and Alaska Airlines to collaborate with Microsoft to advance sustainable aviation fuel derived from recaptured CO2 and renewable energy
Carbon transformation company Twelve, Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK), and Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq: MSFT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on advancing the market for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) to include fuels derived from recaptured CO2 and renewable energy, and working toward the first commercial demonstration flight in the United States […]
Government Adherence to Global Best Practices in Aviation Essential for Strong Sector in Brazil
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), along with member airlines, the Association of Brazilian Airlines (ABEAR) and the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), yesterday held various meetings with parliamentary authorities in Brazil. The aim of the face-to-face session was to ensure continued close collaboration between industry and Government, paving the way for […]
Bolloré Logistics partners with IAG Cargo to purchase one million litres of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG) reports that it has supported Bolloré Logistics to reduce its CO2 supply chain emissions by purchasing one million litres of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The SAF will be delivered in to two shipments, in July 2022 and November 2022 and will reduce approximately 2,400 tonnes […]
IAG convierte en pedidos en firme 14 opciones de la familia A320neo
International Airlines Group (IAG) ha convertido en pedidos en firme 14 opciones de la familia Airbus A320neo anunciadas en agosto de 2013, por 11 A320neo y tres A321neo. Esto se suma a la conversión de ocho opciones que IAG ejerció en marzo de 2022, por seis A320neo y dos A321neo. Las aeronaves se entregarán en […]
easyJet first airline partner for Iris programme to further reduce aviation’s carbon emissions
easyJet is the first airline partner for Iris, a ground-breaking air traffic management programme that will act as an enabler to systems that shall minimise flight delays, save fuel and help reduce the environmental impact of air travel. The programme is led by Inmarsat, the world leader in global, mobile satellite communications, in collaboration with […]
