In an effort to advance the sustainability of commercial flying in the long-run, Boeing has set itself the ambitious target of flying its aircraft with 100% sustainable aviation fuels by 2030.
The aerospace company has successfully completed test flights where it replaced petroleum jet fuel with 100% sustainable fuels, according to a statement. This is to address the urgent challenge of climate change.
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— The Boeing Company (@Boeing) January 22, 2021
‘Our industry and customers are committed to addressing climate change, and sustainable aviation fuels are the safest and most measurable solution to reduce aviation carbon emissions in the coming decades,’ said Boeing CEO, Stan Deal.
Deal, who is also the company’s President of Commercial Airplanes, indicated that Boeing is committed to working with regulators, engine companies and other industry stakeholders in order to ensure their airplanes, and eventually, the entire industry, can operate solely with sustainable jet fuels.
Sustainable aviation fuels are better for the planet, as they reduce carbon-dioxide emission by up to 80% – this could rise to 100% – over the fuel’s lifecycle.
At present, sustainable aviation fuels are mixed directly with conventional jet fuel up to a 50/50 blend, which is the maximum allowed under current fuel specifications.
‘In order to meet aviation’s commitment for reducing carbon emissions by 50% from 2005 levels by 2050, airplanes need the capability to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuels well before 2050,’ said the company.
Sustainable fuels have the greatest and most immediate potential to reduce carbon emissions in the future, according to Boeing’s Chief Sustainability Officer Chris Raymond, as they are used every day.
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