easyJet First Airline to Adopt Airbus’ Carbon Capture Solution
easyJet has become the first airline in the world to sign a contract with Airbus for its Direct Air Carbon Capture (DACC) carbon-removal initiative.
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World’s First: JAL Joins Global Sustainable Tourism Council
Japan Airlines (JAL) has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first airline group in the world to join the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) on September 1, 2023. The GSTC is an internationally recognized organization that sets and regulates global standards for sustainable travel and tourism.
San Diego International Earns Environmental Award for Renewable Diesel Program
San Diego International Airport (SAN) has been selected as the 2023 Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) Environmental Achievement Award winner in the Mitigation Award Category. The airport’s renewable diesel program earned San Diego International the environmental accolade from the airport association.
More Airlines Contribute Sustainability Data to IATA CO2 Connect
During the first World Sustainability Symposium held on 3-4 October 2023 in Madrid, Spain, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) signed new sustainability data-sharing agreements with Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, LATAM Airlines Group, Luxair, and Nile Air.
Emirates and Shell Aviation Strike SAF Agreement for Dubai Hub
mirates has recently partnered with Shell Aviation to ensure a sustainable fuel supply at their international hub in Dubai (DXB). Under this agreement, more than 300,000 gallons of blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) will be provided to Emirates. It is the first time SAF will be supplied through the DXB…
Textron Aviation and Surf Air Mobility Confirm 20 Cessna Grand Caravan EX Aircraft Deal
Textron Aviation has announced the confirmed order of the first 20 Cessna Grand Caravan EX aircraft by Surf Air Mobility Inc. This development underlines the advancing exclusive relationship between both companies. It supports Surf Air Mobility’s plan to introduce an electrified version of the Cessna Grand Caravan EX aircraft.
American Airlines Partners with Embraer to Propel the Future of Sustainable Aviation
American Airlines has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Brazilian aerospace conglomerate Embraer. This partnership marks the airline’s induction into Embraer’s Energia Advisory Group. The Energia Advisory Group is a coalition of aviation stakeholders boasting a roster of airlines, lessors, suppliers, and specialists. United in purpose, this…
TUI Adopts SITA Machine-Learning Tech for Sustainable Flights
Holiday giant TUI has fully implemented the SITA OptiClimb® solution across all five airlines as part of the group’s sustainability agenda to reduce airline emissions. This announcement follows the success of TUI’s partial deployment of the SITA technology, which saved TUI up to 200 kg of fuel and 600 kg…
A Giant Leap for Green Aviation: Rolls-Royce and easyJet Mark Key Milestone in Hydrogen-Powered Flight
The aviation industry is on the brink of a green revolution. Leading this charge are iconic power and propulsion experts, Rolls-Royce, and Europe’s low-cost airline, easyJet.
Alaska Airlines Invests in Assaia: AI-Enabled Aircraft Turnaround Optimization
Alaska Airlines, the fifth largest US airline, known for its award-winning passenger experience and genuine caring service, is set to play an important role in optimizing turnaround operations by collaborating on developing Assaia’s AI-based technology.