Join us as we witness aviation history unfold! Virgin Atlantic's jet has just completed its maiden transatlantic journey fueled by low-carbon innovation. Explore the groundbreaking eco-friendly technology behind this achievement and the implications for the future of air travel.
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00:00 In a groundbreaking move, a Virgin Atlantic passenger jet exclusively fuelled by 100%
00:07 sustainable aviation fuel SAF successfully concluded its journey from London to New York
00:13 on Tuesday, November 28.
00:15 This pioneering flight serves as a compelling showcase of the potential of low-carbon options,
00:21 even as they currently constitute a small fraction of the aviation industry's overall
00:26 fuel mix.
00:27 However, it's important to note that while this isn't the first industry demonstration
00:32 aiming to underscore commitments to emission reduction, Tuesday's flight with Virgin's
00:37 billionaire founder Richard Branson on board along with the select few is a clear step
00:43 towards a greener future.
00:45 The aircraft is scheduled to return to London using conventional jet fuel.
00:51 Airlines are pinning their hopes on waste-derived fuel to slash emissions by up to 70%, but
00:56 the steep costs and limited supply of essential materials pose a challenge for large-scale
01:02 production.
01:03 Sustainable aviation fuel SAF currently makes up less than 0.1% of the world's total jet
01:10 fuel uses, costing three to five times more than standard jet fuel.
01:15 A Virgin Boeing 787 powered by Rolls-Royce's 10,000 engines has completed the first-ever
01:21 long-hauled flight using 100% SAF.
01:25 Notably, this milestone journey had no paying passengers or cargo on board.
01:30 "It's going to take a while before we can get enough fuel where everybody's going
01:35 to be able to fly.
01:37 But you've got to start somewhere," said Branson in London before the plane took off.
01:43 Decarbonizing the aviation industry proves to be a formidable challenge, especially when
01:48 compared to advancements in road travel.
01:51 Accounting for approximately 2-3% of global carbon emissions, aviation faces hurdles in
01:57 adopting sustainable practices.
02:00 Currently, engines in commercial use lack certification of flights on more than 50%
02:06 sustainable aviation fuel.
02:08 The majority of flights incorporate SAF in much lower proportions, blending it with traditional
02:14 jet fuel.
02:15 As the industry grapples with these complexities, efforts towards a greener aviation future
02:21 remains a critical focus for environmental sustainability.
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