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Search G100UL fuel is suitable for use with some O-360 engines, such as those fitted to some Piper Archers. (Steve Hitchen) Close× FAA issues STC for Unleaded Avgas 29 July 2021 The US Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) this week issued a supplemental type certificate (STC) for a 100-octane avgas that contains no lead additive. Developed by Oklahoma-based General Aviation Modifications Inc. (GAMI), the STC for G100UL is valid for certain Lycoming O-320, O-360 and IO-360 piston engines, and has been roundly applauded by the US GA community. “This STC is a positive step as we seek a fleet-w...

 - July 1, 2021, 4:17 PM Through the signing of a new MoU, Shell and Rolls-Royce will work together to provide decarbonization solutions as well as engage in industry bodies and forums on strategic policy issues. (Photo: Shell) Two of the oldest names in aviation—Rolls-Royce and Shell—have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that outlines their support for decarbonization of the industry, as well as working towards their own corporate goals of net-zero emissions by 2050. Citing more than a century of cooperation between the engine maker and the fuel provider, the two noted that c...

The World Economic Forum’s Clean Skies for Tomorrow (CST) initiative has brought together an Indian community of private and public institutions with a shared vision of scaling production and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). To realize this vision, the CST India initiative established a specific goal to transport 100 million domestic passengers on at least a 10% SAF blend by 2030. This report is intended to serve as a detailed roadmap to achieve that goal and includes extensive analysis on SAF feedstock availability and sustainability, production capacity and technological maturity,...

By Cirium2021-06-09T08:32:00+01:00 Sustainable aviation fuel accounted for only around 0.05% of total jet fuel consumption in Europe before Covid-19 hit, according to Eurocontrol, highlighting the challenge in raising its use to the air traffic manager’s goal of 10% by 2030. Hitting that level would cut the CO2 emissions of all departing flights by around 8%, Eurocontrol says as part of a data update on regulation published 8 June, with SAF delivering up to 80% of net savings on carbon emissions. Source: Neste Sustainable fuel currently makes up a tiny proportion of overall airline useage...

Are SAFs, carbon offsetting or demand management strategies the answer?