Current Fuel For Trucks Could Supply 1 Percent Of Global Jet Fuel Demand
Boeing has identified "green diesel," a renewable fuel used in ground transportation, as a significant new source of sustainable aviation biofuel that emits at least 50 percent less carbon dioxide than fossil fuel over its lifecycle. The company is working with the FAA and other stakeholders to gain approval for aircraft to fly on green diesel, further reducing the aviation industry's carbon emissions.
PHMSA Rule Would Align U.S. Rules With Stricter International Safety Regulations
PRBA, the Rechargeable Battery Association, with other trade groups, manufacturers and transportation companies, has urged the Office of Management and Budget to "act promptly" and finish its review of U.S. Department of Transportation regulations that would advance safety goals by harmonizing U.S. requirements for the air transport of lithium batteries with tougher international rules.
Another Step On The Road Towards Certification For The Airplane
Airbus successfully performed the ultimate load test of the A350 XWB’s wing in December 2013, applying loads up to 1.5 times higher than those the aircraft would ever encounter in its entire in-service life. At ultimate load, the A350 XWB wingtip deflection exceeds five meters.
Fleet Size Will Increase, Both Boeing And Airbus Can Expect Orders
Fiji Airways announced details from its five-year strategic plan approved by the airline's board in mid-December 2013. Developed through input from customers, employers, and stakeholders, the plan includes three focus areas: growing the number of aircraft and available seats; increasing operating profits and passenger numbers, and; expanding the airline's route network through key airline partnerships.
Chooses State-Owned Foreign Companies Over U.S. Aviation Workforce
ALPA issued a statement Tuesday saying that congress "steamrolled" the U.S. airline industry workforce in its omnibus appropriations bill. The pilot's union blasted the appropriators’ decision to fund a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) preclearance facility in Abu Dhabi, saying it opens the door for future preclearance facilities that could put U.S. carriers at a competitive disadvantage.
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