sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)

The industry says the framework should help boost SAF production and help the aviation industry reduce its environmental impact.

The flight took place from Emirates’ base at Dubai International Airport.

Gulfstream Aerospace became the first to complete a transatlantic flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

We speak to Linn Tonsberg, BP's managing director Middle East, outlines why the region is important to SAF production, and how supply can catch up with demand.

Bombardier renewed its commitment to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) or book-and-claim for its flight operations in 2024.

At the last ICAO assembly, which took place in autumn 2022, ICAO’s members agreed to a long-term aspirational goal (LTAG) for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Singapore Airlines (SIA) group has set itself a goal to replace 5% of its total conventional jet fuel with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2030.

The UK is expected to release details of its SAF mandate by the end of 2023, requiring jet-fuel suppliers to produce increasing SAF blends starting from 2025.

As the world grapples with climate change and travel rebounds globally following the COVID-19 pandemic, the aviation industry is at an inflection point.

Singapore's transport minister says the aviation industry and regulators should be open-minded to potential SAF feedstocks widely available in Southeast Asia.

The debate—and data—is unsettled about the environmental impact of using ethanol versus waste streams for SAF.

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Tune in as Aviation Week editors speak with IAG Head of Sustainability Jonathon Counsell on aviation’s path to net zero, including reducing non-CO2 emissions.

Airlines participating in the EU emissions trading scheme (EU ETS) are being encouraged to claim up to €2 billion ($2.1 billion) in EU ETS allowances.

Commercial aircraft are currently only certified to operate with a 50% SAF blend.

The partnership will help grow 4AIR’s presence in the U.S., giving customers in the region access to 4AIR’s carbon offset and reduction programs.

U.S. ethanol producers have been lobbying the Biden administration to allow use of the GREET model.

The results of the SAF pilot program will be incorporated into CAAS’ Singapore Sustainable Air Hub Blueprint, which is set to be published in the coming months.

Use of the model is opposed by environmental groups that fear it could incentivize the production of fuels with uncertain emissions benefits.

The research was performed by German Aerospace Center DLR, Copenhagen Airport, Scandinavian Airlines and BP.

IATA Madrid conference focused on actions and urgency to grow SAF supply.

The report was commissioned by SkyNRG and SFS Ireland, in partnership with Avolon, Boeing and ORIX Aviation.

The industry is on the fast track to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 but faces considerable hurdles, executives said at the NBAA-BACE show.

From leaf blower to quiet drone; Stratospheric 5G; Amazon’s new delivery drone; SAF burns cleaner.

Recorded live from NBAA-BACE 2023, Jeremy Kariuki, Molly McMillin, Guy Norris, Lee Ann Shay and Bill Carey share their favorite moments from the show.