In the race toward a more sustainable future, aviation is undergoing a transformative shift, and at the heart of this revolution is Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
What Is SAF?
SAF is a cleaner alternative to traditional jet fuel, derived from renewable biological sources. These include:
- Biomass
- Waste lipids
- Sugars converted into hydrocarbons
- Agricultural residues
- Plant and animal oils & fats
- Bio-derived hydrocarbons
- Fatty acid esters
These sources make SAF a powerful tool in reducing the carbon footprint of air travel.
Why SAF Matters
One of SAF’s most compelling advantages is its compatibility with existing aircraft. It can be blended with conventional jet fuel up to 50%, offering a substantial reduction in emissions without requiring modifications to aircraft engines or infrastructure.
Even more promising, aircraft engines have successfully run on 100% unblended SAF, proving that the skies of tomorrow could be entirely powered by sustainable fuel.
The Future Is Flying Green
As the aviation industry embraces innovation and responsibility, SAF stands out as a key enabler of change. The future of flight is being redefined, cleaner, greener, and more sustainable than ever before.
Learn more about Volanteus’ sustainability programmes here
