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The Search For A Better Airplane Fuel

NOV 11, 2019
As the air travel industry grows, we need to find alternative jet fuels that have less of an impact on the planet.
The Search For A Better Airplane Fuel

Airplanes use a lot of fuel, and burning all that fuel releases carbon dioxide, which contributes to global warming. To reduce flying’s impact on the planet, scientists are taking a closer look at the complex fuels that power planes. The ultimate goal is to design fuels that will take planes further with fewer harmful emissions.

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