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Rolls-Royce and easyJet test aircraft engine running on hydrogen
Rolls-Royce has said it has run an aircraft engine on hydrogen in what is thought to be a world first for the aviation industry, which is considering using the fuel to decarbonise air travel.
The challenges of ecopilotage: interview with Laurent Lafontan, Air France captain
Air France uses eco-piloting—fuel-saving actions at every flight phase—to cut CO₂ emissions. Led by Laurent Lafontan, the airline combines flight practice optimization, digital tools, and lightweighting to reduce fuel use. Results: 4.2% emissions cut, targeting net zero by 2050.
Turkish is awarded by CAPA for being the most innovative airline in sustainability
Turkish Airlines continues to innovate and promote actions towards sustainability in its different areas of operation. In recognition of the new initiatives, the airline received the award for the Most Innovative Airline in Sustainability from the publication CAPA – Center of Aviation .
Zeal Hotels submits plans for sustainable Devon hotel
Zeal Hotels has submitted plans for a sustainable hotel in East Devon. The group hopes to gain permission and start work onsite in Exeter Science Park, next year with an expected opening for mid 2024. Tim Wheeldon, managing director, Zeal Hotels said: “The 13-year dream is quickly becoming a reality
British Airways moves closer to sustainable fuel
Through a partnership with two other companies, and support from the government, the airline is looking to implement sustainable fuel as soon as 2025. We hear a lot about the deleterious effects that commercial flying has on the environment which is why the prospect of sustainable aviation fuel
Cebu Pacific increases flights to Bali
On Nov. 6, Cebu Pacific, the country’s leading airline, received its fourth Airbus 330NEO. The aircraft uses sustainable aviation fuel to fly non-stop from Toulouse, France to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Turkish Airlines Wins Sustainability Innovation Award For Algae Based SAF
Turkish Airlines has perhaps not previously been known as a pioneer in aviation sustainability - the carrier launched its voluntary carbon emission offsetting scheme only in August this year. However, during the CAPA annual Environmental Sustainability Awards for Excellence in Singapore
Air Europa's journey towards sustainability in 2022
Last May,Air Europa activated all its resources towards sustainability. It combined the efforts of staff on the ground, cabin and airport bodies to achieve maximum efficiency on the route between Madrid and the Gran Canary Island made by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner as part of the international challenge
Here’s how Singapore Airlines is reducing its carbon footprint
With the global aviation industry producing 2.1% of the world’s CO2 emissions (according to the Air Transport Action Group), Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been taking steps to reduce its carbon footprint both in the air and on the ground.