Rolls-Royce, Airbus & Shell jointly seek massive increase is use of sustainable aviation fuels

Aeroengine manufacturer Rolls-Royce, airframer Airbus and fuel and energy group Shell jointly announced on Thursday that they were all working to massively increase the use of 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), at an accelerated tempo, by long-haul commercial aviation. The use of SAF was essential if long-range airline operations were to achieve net zero carbon emissions. (All-electric propulsion would be suitable for short- and perhaps medium-range operations, while hybrid-electric and ...

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