High-school science teacher Ross McCurdy is planning the first transcontinental flight using aviation biofuel in a certified light aircraft. McCurdy will launch from North Central Airport near Providence, Rhode Island, in a Cessna 182 around April 16 to fly 2,500 nautical miles to Santa Monica, California; he’ll depart from Santa Monica on Earth Day, April 22.
Science Teacher Plans First Coast-to-Coast Biofuel Flight
Key Takeaways:
- High-school teacher Ross McCurdy is undertaking the first transcontinental flight across the U.S. using aviation biofuel in a certified light aircraft.
- Scheduled for April, the flight from Rhode Island to California aims to promote clean energy, aviation, and real-world science education through events at various stops.
- His Cessna 182 will be powered by a 50-50 blend of biofuel (derived from used cooking oil) and Jet A, significantly lowering emissions and improving fuel efficiency.
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