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Decarbonization
Airbus takes flight sharing the skies to demonstrate more sustainability
Formation of Airbus A350
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Rafael Ramos
11/10/2021
In a new step towards the decarbonization of the sector, Airbus, in association with other companies, made a long-haul flight in regulated transatlantic airspace (GAT) with two A350 aircraft just 3 km apart, departing from Toulouse, in France to Montreal, Canada.
The flight was planned by Airbus and the airlines to ensure that the greatest sustainability could be achieved without compromising safety.
More than 6 tons of CO2 were not emitted, meaning a 5% reduction in fuel. The effect is similar to what is seen in some migratory birds, which fly in formation to reduce the energy needed.
The lead aircraft was positioned to reduce the energy required for the aircraft behind to overcome air resistance, thus decreasing energy expenditure and increasing fuel economy.
With Airbus' Fello’fly program, the next step is to obtain certification for this model of flight, so that it can be applied by companies and reduce CO2 emission levels.
The program, launched in 2019, aims to test and put into practice innovative technologies for aviation.
Airbus A350-1000
Image: Airbus
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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