Established companies and startups alike are developing updated propulsion systems with a demonstrably decreased carbon footprint.

A study in Germany on the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) in helicopters, has confirmed considerable reductions in soot particles, confirming cleaner and greener operation of rotorcraft.

Sustainable aviation practices have become critical to supporting global net-zero targets and emissions reduction, with regulatory frameworks playing a vital role in keeping environmental priorities at the forefront of progress.

The group of investors seeking to take over electric aircraft manufacturer Lilium plans to invest more than €200 million ($205 million) into the insolvent company.

NASA and GE Aerospace will evaluate aircraft wake scanning technology during flight tests starting Nov. 18, as part of efforts to improve the industry’s understanding of contrails—thought to be a key contributor to aviation’s impact on the Earth’s atmosphere.

Listen in as Aviation Week’s Jeremy Kariuki speaks with JSX CEO Alex Wilcox, whose company recently announced its plans to purchase more than 300 hybrid-electric aircraft to bolster its fleet with sustainable options and bring down prices for its customers.