United operates first ever 100 per cent sustainable fuel flight
United Airlines notched a historic milestone this week. It operated the first commercial flight powered by 100% sustainable aviation fuel.
The Boeing 737 Max 8 departed from Chicago’s O’Hare Airport and landed in Washington D.C carrying over 100 passengers. It said the flight emitted 75% less CO2 than a conventional jet fuel-powered flight.
The flight was conducted in partnership with Boeing, CFM International, Virent and SAF producer World Energy.
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