A February 2021 presentation by Airlines for America outlines how COVID-19 devastated the airline industry, with worldwide passenger traffic dropping 66% and U.S. carrier revenues falling 61.5% year-over-year. Despite these financial losses, airlines remained committed to environmental progress, including accelerating the retirement of older, less fuel-efficient aircraft in favor of newer, cleaner models. The presentation also highlights the role of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and aviation's broader responsibility in achieving a sustainable future.Open full document
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A presentation by Airlines for America’s Senior Managing Director of Environmental Affairs at the UC Davis Aviation Noise & Emissions Symposium 2021. The presentation covers the economic impact of COVID-19 on the airline industry, including a 66% drop in worldwide passenger traffic and 61.5% decline in passenger carrier revenue. It also addresses airlines’ continued commitment to environmental progress, sustainable aviation fuel, and building a sustainable future during recovery.