Mankind is becoming more aware every year that burning fossil fuels for transport, heating and industry produces quantities of CO2 which alter the planet's climatic balance. As a result, considerable efforts are being made to use more non-polluting renewable energies and reduce the use of fossil fuels. Air transport blamed Planes are accused of being too polluting. In … [Read more...]
Why the plane is the safest way to travel
There are still a number of people on this planet, close to 10%, who refuse to take a plane because they are afraid of dying in an accident. In fact, the plane is by far the safest form of transportation. Travel accident statistics leave no doubt For example, in 2016, there were more than 5,000 deaths from road accidents in France alone, and more than 10,000 seriously … [Read more...]
15 things to know about biofuel for aviation
I personally have been using biofuel, ethanol, in my car, since 2017. Here in France is not taxed so it cost considerably less than half the price of gasoline and a little less than gasoil. My engine is very clean, as well as the oil, it delivers the same power and acceleration, maybe a tiny bit less, but I can barely perceive it, if at all. Biofuel, a good way to sustainable … [Read more...]
Supersonic private and airliner jets are back in the game
several start-ups are developing them doubts remain about their ecological and noise footprint especially as a private jet they can be profitable Why a supersonic private jet might be a good investment Several start-ups are in the process of developing a supersonic jet, both for scheduled and private flights, as I have already written here. These jets … [Read more...]
United pledges to use more biofuels
The airline accelerates the adoption of biofuel for private jets This is also good news for the private jet: the more biofuels are used, the more production increases and therefore also the economies of scale will make them cheaper. While many voices are raised to demand a less polluting aviation, and especially private jets are singled out, increasing adoption of … [Read more...]