Sustainable Aviation Fuel Aces Helicopter and Plane Flight Tests

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December 07, 2021

Dear Reader,   A type of biofuel made from used cooking oil and other waste could help the aviation industry cut emissions—if the unblended form of the fuel can work with existing aircraft. Now companies are putting it to the test.

Sophie Bushwick, Associate Editor, Technology @sophiebushwick

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