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Assessing the Slow Progress in Aviation Emission Reductions

Despite industry efforts, improvements in reducing air transport emissions are lagging. Factors such as technological barriers and slow adoption of sustainable practices contribute to the issue. The ongoing emission challenge highlights the urgency for the aerospace sector to intensify its decarbonization strategies.

2025-04-25T00:08:54.543224-07:00

The Air Current

Boeing Halts X-66 Development, Shifts Focus to Thin-Wing Technology

2025-04-24T09:54:13.526866-07:00

The Air Current

United Stakes Future with JetZero in Blended Wing Aircraft Investment

2025-04-24T05:04:53.248793-07:00

Skift

Airbus Delays Hydrogen Aircraft Program by Up to a Decade

2025-04-22T11:13:53.330958-07:00

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Assessing the Slow Progress in Aviation Emission Reductions Despite industry efforts, improvements in reducing air transport emissions are lagging. Factors such as technological barriers and slow adoption of sustainable practices contribute to the issue. The ongoing emission challenge highlights the urgency for the aerospace sector to intensify its decarbonization strategies.

2025-04-25T00:08:54.543224-07:00

Assessing the Slow Progress in Aviation Emission Reductions

The Air Current

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Boeing Halts X-66 Development, Shifts Focus to Thin-Wing Technology Boeing announced it will pause development of the NASA X-66 truss-braced-wing demonstrator to prioritize thin-wing technology advancements. The shift in focus aims to enhance future aircraft configurations, potentially impacting models like the 737-7, 737-10, and 777X as they seek certification.

2025-04-24T09:54:13.526866-07:00

Boeing Halts X-66 Development, Shifts Focus to Thin-Wing Technology

The Air Current

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United Stakes Future with JetZero in Blended Wing Aircraft Investment United Airlines has invested in startup JetZero, marking a significant commitment to sustainability by potentially acquiring up to 200 blended wing body (BWB) aircraft. These planes promise up to 50% reduction in fuel burn per passenger mile compared to traditional designs, aligning with industry-wide moves towards greener aviation.

2025-04-24T05:04:53.248793-07:00

United Stakes Future with JetZero in Blended Wing Aircraft Investment

Flying Magazine

The Rise of Private Electric Aircraft Ownership The once futuristic concept of owning an electric aircraft is becoming a reality as private ownership takes flight. This shift signals a new era in personal aviation, potentially transforming the market for electric-powered aircraft as it moves from prototype to personal use.

2025-04-24T04:03:15.879566-07:00

The Rise of Private Electric Aircraft Ownership

Flying Magazine

Electric Aircraft Are No Longer a Jetsonian Dream

2025-04-24T04:03:15.879566-07:00

Electric Aircraft Are No Longe

Aviation Source

Wizz Air Unveils Roadmap to Net-Zero by 2050 with Focus on SAF Wizz Air has launched its 'Flying Towards Net-Zero' initiative, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. The roadmap emphasizes sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as a key strategy alongside enhancements in flights and footprint reduction. This commitment reflects wider industry efforts toward decarbonization.

2025-04-23T17:15:28.212938-07:00

Wizz Air Unveils Roadmap to Net-Zero by 2050 with Focus on SAF

Reuters

Taiwan Initiates Sustainable Aviation Fuel Use Among Domestic Airlines Taiwan has commenced the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), supplying it to refuel planes from three domestic carriers across several airports. This marks a significant move towards decarbonization in Taiwan's aviation sector, aligning with global efforts to reduce the industry's carbon footprint.

2025-04-23T07:14:06.848824-07:00

Taiwan Initiates Sustainable Aviation Fuel Use Among Domestic Airlines

Skift

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Airbus Delays Hydrogen Aircraft Program by Up to a Decade Airbus has announced a significant delay in its hydrogen-powered aircraft project, pushing the timeline by up to ten years due to challenges in securing a sustainable supply of green hydrogen. This postponement highlights the broader difficulties facing the aviation industry in adopting hydrogen technology.

2025-04-22T11:13:53.330958-07:00

Airbus Delays Hydrogen Aircraft Program by Up to a Decade

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