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environment2 years ago

"Virgin Atlantic Makes History with First Transatlantic Flight Powered by 100% Sustainable Fuel"

Virgin Atlantic has conducted the first transatlantic flight powered by 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), using a blend of 88% waste fats and 12% Synthetic Aromatic Kerosene made from plant sugars. While other airlines have used SAF on shorter journeys and in lower blends, this flight aims to demonstrate the viability of greener air travel. SAF, derived from non-fossil sources, has lower lifecycle emissions compared to regular petroleum-based fuel. However, challenges such as supply shortages, higher costs, and concerns over sustainability remain. The industry aims to reach 10% SAF use for global jet aviation fuel supply by 2030.

via NBC News|
#biofuels#environment#greener-air-travel
environment2 years ago

Historic Transatlantic Flight Marks Milestone for Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Virgin Atlantic has successfully completed the world's first transatlantic flight powered by 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The flight, which used a blend of waste fats and synthetic aromatic kerosene made from plant sugars, departed from London Heathrow to New York JFK. While SAF still produces emissions, its overall "lifecycle emissions" are significantly lower than regular petroleum-based fuel. The use of SAF in long-haul flights is seen as a viable solution for decarbonizing aviation, but challenges such as supply shortages, higher costs, and sustainability concerns remain. Increased investment, regulatory certainty, and price support mechanisms are needed to scale up SAF production.

via CNBC|
#biofuels#environment#greener-air-travel