In a significant step towards greener aviation, China’s domestically developed aircraft have successfully completed their first test flights using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This achievement marks a crucial milestone in the country’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector and showcases China’s growing capabilities in aerospace technology.
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Mar
Mar
In the landscape of aviation, the quest for sustainability has ushered in a significant pivot towards biofuel-powered aircraft and drones, marking a pivotal shift in reducing the industry’s carbon footprint. As the electrification of transport sectors garners widespread attention, the development of biofuels presents a viable, eco-friendly alternative, crucial for both military and commercial aviation sectors. With the aviation industry set to burgeon, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, addressing its environmental impact becomes imperative.
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Mar
Mar
In the two decades following the Concorde’s last journey, the quest for supersonic commercial flight has reignited with the emergence of the Boom Supersonic XB-1. This aircraft, dubbed “Baby Boom,” represents a significant leap towards the return of faster-than-sound air travel. Its first major tests took place at the Mojave Air & Space Airport in California, marking a pivotal moment in aviation history.
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Jun
Jun
The sky of the future holds a fresh vision of Airbus. A gleaming, brand-new incarnation of the European aircraft manufacturing giant’s A320neo family is anticipated to make its debut sometime between 2035 and 2040. Ambitious targets set the prospective fuel consumption at 20-25% less than current levels, but numerous obstacles remain. Central to these is the necessity of fine-tuning the Open Fan technology, a cutting-edge engine design developed by CFM.
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Apr
Apr
The British airline industry is looking to a greener future as it anticipates higher ticket prices as a result of decarbonising flights, according to the BBC’s science column. This is in line with similar views from the UK airline industry, which predicts that efforts to reduce carbon emissions are likely to lead to a rise in fares and could discourage some people from flying.