Sustainability

The manufacturer claims the models will comprise the first family of hydrogen-powered, zero-emission, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) jets.

When compared to jet-A-1 fuel, SAF significantly reduces the climate-warming effect of condensation trails, according to the findings.

According to the aerospace company, each truckload will cut carbon emissions by 19 metric tons.

The U.S. Air Force began investigating electric aviation’s potential military applications in 2020, but now lawmakers want the effort to be ramped up.

The new guidance outlines how corn farmers can qualify for subsidies to supply feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

Aerospace giant makes its largest order for sustainable aviation fuel.

U.K. biofuel company Firefly will supply human waste-originated SAF to ultra-low-cost carrier by 2028.

The evaluation is designed to verify the pack can withstand the impact of a crash from 50 feet, which could cause the battery to leak, catch fire, or explode similar to a fuel tank.

XB-1 flight testing and evaluations will inform development of Boom’s Overture, a supersonic jet designed to carry 64-80 passengers twice as fast as subsonic airliners.

The electric jet manufacturer says Atlantic operates sites at more than 30 airport locations within its planned U.S. launch markets, which include Florida and Texas.