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Sustainability

Over the past few years, sustainability has become one of the most important phrases in aviation as the industry looks to cut its contribution to net-zero by 2050. Here we follow those efforts.

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Pegasus Airlines Launches Climate Tool To Help Passengers Estimate Their Carbon Impact

The Turkish low-cost carrier has partnered with a climate tech firm.

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Korean Air Is Turning Old Uniforms Into Upcycled First Aid Kits

The Seoul-based carrier is pursuing new avenues in its steps toward sustainability targets.

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Bangkok Airways Launches Upcycled Uniforms Amid Net Zero Goals

The Thai airline is looking to upcycle old uniforms to reduce its carbon footprint.

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Lufthansa Presents Ambitious Frankfurt Airport Cargo Airbus A321 Expansion Plans

Lufthansa Cargo's modernization goals will see the carrier redevelop Frankfurt Airport into an eCommerce hub and digitize operations.

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From Waste To Wonder: Avolon Is Flipping Old Aircraft Materials To Art

The leasing company is working in collaboration with Mexico's Tarahumara tribe.

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How IAG Is Continuing To Innovate In Aviation With Hangar 51 Program

The group hopes to attract startups through more than financial investments.

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Collecting Miles: Rishi Sunak Has Flown More Frequently Than Other Recent UK Prime Ministers

Rishi Sunak has faced criticism for frequently utilizing private jet travel for domestic trips.

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Air New Zealand Expands Mission Next Gen Aircraft

The carrier expects to replace the Q300 domestic fleet with a more sustainable aircraft from 2030.

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How Finnair Is Recycling Old Uniforms Into Park Benches

Finnair has developed a revolutionary recycling campaign turning old uniforms into composite materials used to realize outdoor furniture.

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Interview: How Can Airports Lead The Industry's Decarbonization?

Airports could spearhead the availability and production of SAF.

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The Lufthansa Group Wants More SAF Made In Germany

The production site will be in Speyer, strategically close to the Lufthansa Group's Frankfurt hub.

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Rishi Sunak Faces Backlash After RAF Jet Flight To Scotland

Both legs of the 400-mile journey are estimated to have been responsible for over 6,000kg of carbon emissions.

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Explained: How Airbus Is Looking To Disrupt The Helicopter Game With Its RACER Concept

The manufacturer calls it “one of Airbus Helicopters' most exciting innovation projects.”

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United Airlines’ Sustainable Flight Fund Reaches Nearly $200 Million

United Airlines' efforts to create an investment fund for Sustainable Aviation Fuel reaches nearly $200 million.

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LATAM Eliminates 88% Of Single-Use Plastics Inflight

The airline reduced the use of 1,600 tons of plastic.

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IAG Cargo And Kuehne+Nagel Partner In 1.5 Million Gallon Purchase Of SAF

The partnership will help promote sustainability in aviation.

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Virgin Atlantic Completes Key Test Ahead Of SAF-Powered Transatlantic Flight

The ground-breaking journey will take place in November this year.

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Ecojet: British Energy Provider Looks To Launch A Renewable Energy Powered Airline

The hydrogen-electric airline is eyeing an early-2024 launch date.

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How Does Aircalin's Present Fleet Makeup Align With Its Sustainability Goals?

Despite its small size, the carrier has big ambitions when it comes to sustainability.

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London City Airport To Appeal Council's Decision To Halt Passenger Growth

The local council's decision will mean that the airport's strict operating hours will remain in place, for now.

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