TagAviation Fuel(43)
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2025-10-14Barriers-to-Implementing-SAF-in-MA-Institute-for-Policy-Studies
A report examining the barriers to implementing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Massachusetts, authored by Neil Rasmussen and Chuck Collins from the Institute for Policy Studies. The report analyzes challenges and obstacles facing SAF adoption in the state. -
2025-06-28
Tweed New Haven Airport to get $11 million for improvements and to address noise
By Mark Zaretsky, Staff Writer June 28, 2025 A rendering of the proposed new terminal Tweed New Haven Regional Airport and its operator, Avports LLC and subsidiary The New HVN LLC, want to build on the East Haven side of the airport, as seen from the land side. Courtesy of Tweed New Haven Regional Airport -
2025-02-21Air France Aircraft Sustainable Aviation Fuel Refueling Operation
Image shows an Air France aircraft being refueled with Total’s sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at an airport. Ground crew in high-visibility vests are overseeing the fuel truck operation, demonstrating the implementation of sustainable aviation fuel in commercial airline operations. -
2024-05-182025 Federal Aviation Reauthorization Wins for Washington – Alternative Aviation Fuel Investments
Announcement of provisions in the 2025 Federal Aviation Reauthorization bill focused on advancing aviation technology and sustainability through the Airport Improvement Program. The bill includes studying electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft integration, expanding alternative fuels research, and developing coordinated strategies for new aviation fuel systems to protect airport communities. -
2024-05-182025 Federal Aviation Reauthorization Wins for Washington – Protecting Airport Communities
Announcement about the 2025 Federal Aviation Reauthorization Act focusing on sustainable and reliable aviation. The legislation includes provisions for researching alternative aviation fuels like hydrogen and electric power, as well as efforts to improve energy efficiency at airports. -
2023-12-13FAA Has Made Progress Verifying Compliance With Aviation Fuel Tax Requirements, but Challenges Remain With Testing and Enforcement
A Department of Transportation Office of Inspector General audit report examining FAA’s oversight of aviation fuel tax compliance. The report finds that while FAA has made progress confirming state and local government law compliance, the agency has not tested whether jurisdictions use fuel tax proceeds according to approved action plans and has not taken enforcement -
2023-01-23House Bill 1505 – Alternative Jet Fuel Industry in Washington
A Washington State legislative bill (HB 1505) introduced in the 2023 regular session to promote the alternative jet fuel industry in Washington. The bill aims to use climate commitment act funds to promote sustainable aviation fuels production, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create manufacturing jobs while improving air quality for airport workers and surrounding communities. -
2021-01-11Washington Action Plan—FAA Policy Concerning Airport Revenue—2021 Update
A report from the Washington State Department of Revenue updating the action plan regarding FAA policy on airport revenue use, focusing on tracking methods for hazardous substance tax and petroleum products tax on aviation fuel. The report addresses federal requirements that certain state and local taxes on aviation fuel be used exclusively for airport purposes -
2021-01-11Washington Action Plan—FAA Policy Concerning Airport Revenue—2021 Update
A report from the Washington State Department of Revenue updating the action plan regarding FAA policy on airport revenue use, focusing on tracking methods for hazardous substance tax and petroleum products tax on aviation fuel. The report addresses federal requirements that certain state and local taxes on aviation fuel be used exclusively for airport purposes -
How a 1940s treaty set airlines on a path to high emissions and low regulation
Before the pandemic, aviation was on course to be the UK’s most polluting sector and produce as much as 22% of global emissions by 2050. The industry is suffering from low demand due to coronavirus restrictions, but without meaningful policy changes, flight numbers and emissions are expected to return to pre-COVID-19 levels by 2024. When accounting for emissions, aviation is