SAF-Fueled Helicopters Head to Verticon

Sustainable aviation fuel use at the annual trade show called a ' meaningful step toward reducing aviation’s carbon footprint.'

Meg Godlewski

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 11:38 AM ET

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Kimberly Johnson

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Key Takeaways:

This year's Verticon convention features helicopters powered by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
SAF, derived from renewable sources, is capable of reducing life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80 percent while maintaining performance and safety.
Many aircraft flown into Verticon utilized a 30 percent SAF blend, underscoring the vertical aviation industry's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint.

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Helicopters fueled with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be featured at this year’s Vertical Aviation International (VAI) convention, known as Verticon, taking place this week at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas.

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SAF is made from renewable sources such as sustainable feedstocks (cornstalks and used cooking oil). Compared to traditional jet fuel, it is capable of reducing life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80 percent while maintaining the same performance and safety standards as fossil-based fuels.