Environmental Sustainability

Business Aviation’s Balanced, Effective Approach to Environmental Policy

NBAA recognizes that when it comes to general aviation operations, environmental stewardship is an imperative. The Association continually advocates for reasonable and balanced policies that support the industry’s twin goals of promoting the mobility and growth of business aviation while safely minimizing its environmental footprint, in terms of both greenhouse gas and noise emissions.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Business Aviation Sustainability Leadership in Spotlight at May 2 Aero Club Luncheon April 24, 2024: The Aero Club of Washington will host a panel discussion, “On a Mission to Net Zero,” featuring leaders from the business aviation industry, who will discuss the sector’s bold commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and what it will take to get there.
Nation’s Leading Aviation Fraternity Joins CLIMBING. FAST.,Takes Campaign’s Message to Congress in Washington April 23, 2024: Alpha Eta Rho International Aviation Fraternity has become the 12th organization to join the advocacy initiative focused on sustainability and innovation with a bold commitment to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
NBAA Sustainability Program Honored at Aviation Week Laureate Award Ceremony March 18, 2024: NBAA’s work to foster sustainability through innovation and shared best practices on the ground and in the air was recognized with an Aviation Week Laureate Award for its groundbreaking sustainable flight department accreditation program.
NBAA, Industry Partners Oppose California Efforts to Regulate Jet Fuel Feb. 27, 2024: NBAA and other stakeholders wrote to the California Air Resources Board, opposing a proposal to regulate jet fuel under the Low Carb Fuel Standard program, saying the plan could inflate the cost of jet fuel without inducing additional sustainable aviation fuel production in the state.
GAMA Highlights Robust 2023 Shipments, Deliveries and Industry’s Push Toward Net Zero Feb. 22, 2024: Continued robust deliveries for general aviation (GA) aircraft in 2023, and the industry's push toward net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, were in focus during the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) State of the Industry conference, held Feb. 21 in Washington, DC.
Air and Space Museum Chief Talks Bizav, Sustainability Feb. 11, 2024: Christopher U. Browne reveals how the iconic facility is doing its part to highlight business aviation for the next generation as well as how the industry can continue to grow with sustainable operations.
Dr. Anita Sengupta: Hydrogen Electric Aircraft Are Coming Feb. 5, 2024: The award-winning founder and CEO of Hydroplane Ltd. describes her mission to provide electric aviation with a platform that offers regional range.
NBAA Welcomes Decision from Treasury on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Tax Credit; Eager for Remaining Guidance Dec. 15, 2023: NBAA welcomed guidance from the U.S. Treasury Department on the fuel products eligible for the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Blender's Tax Credit under section 40B of the Internal Revenue Code.
Carbon-Cutting Pilots Nov. 30, 2023
Management: No SAF at the FBO? Try Book-and-Claim Nov. 27, 2023: Because the sustainable aviation fuel industry is so young, finding sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for your aircraft can be challenging. That’s when it may be time to use book-and-claim.
NBAA Recognized With Laureate Award for Sustainability Program Nov. 15, 2023: NBAA is honored to be recognized for its work to further sustainability efforts in business aviation with a Laureate Award from Aviation Week Network for the association’s Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation.
NBAA Announces Latest Recipients of Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation Nov. 13, 2023: NBAA announced its latest batch of business aviation entities that have achieved the organization’s Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation.
Separating Fact from Fiction in the Push Toward Sustainability Oct. 19, 2023: With business aviation's strong emphasis on sustainability and achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, as demonstrated through the recently announced Climbing. Fast. initiative, operators may have difficulty separating 'facts' from 'fiction' about what they need to know and the actions they should take.
Aviation Stakeholders Respond to EPA Endangerment Finding on Leaded Avgas Oct. 18, 2023: A coalition of aviation stakeholder organizations issued a joint statement regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) endangerment finding on lead in aviation gasoline (avgas) issued on Oct. 18.
NBAA-BACE Newsmakers Lunch: Hybrid Electric Aircraft Coming Soon Oct. 17, 2023: ndustry visionaries leading the development of hybrid and electric aircraft propulsion joined the FAA’s head of aviation safety, for a Newsmakers Lunch panel on the opening day of the 2023 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in Las Vegas.
NBAA TV: Climbing. Fast. Campaign Rolled Out at 2023 NBAA-BACE Oct. 17, 2023: The new multimedia campaign will emphasize business aviation’s value as an incubator for sustainability innovation in the broader aviation industry and highlights the work being done to reach the industry goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.
YoPros Leading Environmental Change in Business Aviation Oct. 17, 2023: Business aviation’s young professionals are leading the industry to a more sustainable future. In today’s kickoff of the 2023 Business Aviation Sustainability Summit, a panel of young professionals shared their efforts to drive change within their organizations and in the industry.
Media Advisory: NBAA-BACE Sustainability Summit to Focus on Innovation Toward a Net-Zero Carbon Future Oct. 11, 2023: The 2023 Business Aviation Sustainability Summit will bring leaders together to discuss progress on decarbonization, the transformational technologies that will deepen emissions reductions, policies that could support efforts and challenges the industry faces as it continues its push to reach net-zero emissions.
SAF Use Gaining Traction, Advocates Say Oct. 1, 2023: Sustainable aviation fuel – a cornerstone of business aviation’s plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 – is gaining momentum, users say, but cost and availability remain challenging.
Maintenance: Industry Looks to All-Synthetic SAF Aug. 15, 2023: The next step in sustainable aviation fuels is the use of so-called “neat” SAF, which is totally free of all fossil fuels and not blended. Business aviation OEMs say they’re ready.
Management: Choosing the Right Sustainability Officer Aug. 3, 2023: Who might be the best person to lead the way toward sustainability inside a business aviation flight operation? The answers might surprise you.
Safety and Sustainability Go Hand in Hand June 6, 2023: While any sustainability efforts by operators should trigger risk assessment and change management processes, there are small operational changes that can improve sustainability and increase efficiency – a win-win situation.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Front and Center for European Business Aviation Show, Highlighting Industry’s Net-Zero Carbon Focus May 20, 2023: Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be available at Geneva Airport (GVA) next week, and organizers are taking additional steps to promote the game-changing fuel for reducing carbon emissions from the sector as a central component to the 2023 edition of the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition, being held from May 23-25.
NBAA Joins Call to Prioritize FY24 Funding for Key Aviation Sustainability Programs May 15, 2023: NBAA joined with more than 35 aviation and biofuel industry stakeholders in calling for leaders of the U.S. House and Senate Appropriations Committees to prioritize funding in the fiscal year 2024 federal budget for key federal programs working to accelerate the development of sustainable aviation fuel.
Podcast: Growing the Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel May 8, 2023: Several recent developments – including a new NBAA-supported blender's tax credit – have bolstered efforts to increase production of SAF to 3 billion gallons annually in the U.S. by 2030.
What Will the SAF Blenders Credit Mean for Operators? Feb. 22, 2023: Supporters are optimistic the blenders tax credit will increase production of sustainable aviation fuel, narrow the cost gap between SAF and conventional jet fuel and drive savings for end users.
Podcast: A Blue Clear Sky for Business Aviation Jan. 23, 2023: Many business aircraft operators have questions about their obligations under the numerous international regulations governing aviation carbon emissions. That's why it's important for operators to start measuring and managing their emissions and fuel burns.
NBAA Provides Guidance on SAF Use in Local Bizav Group's Webinar Jan. 19, 2023: NBAA took part in a webinar sponsored by the Pacific Northwest Business Aviation Association highlighting efforts to promote sustainable aviation fuel, as well as the challenges facing wider usage in the U.S. aviation industry.
Aviation Stakeholder Groups Submit Comments to EPA's Proposed Endangerment Finding Jan. 18, 2023: A coalition of seven aviation stakeholder organizations has formally submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed endangerment finding of lead in aviation gasoline. The coalition reaffirmed its support for removing lead from avgas through a safe and smart transition.
NBAA Recognizes Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation Recipients Jan. 17, 2023: NBAA has announced additional inaugural business aviation entities that have achieved the organization’s newly established Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation.
Business Aviation Coalition Promotes Initiative to Make Flights to, From World Economic Forum More Sustainable Jan. 13, 2023: A global coalition focused on business aviation sustainability announced that the industry is offering a market-based solution to help reduce carbon emissions for flights to and from the forum’s Annual meeting in Davos, which begins on Jan. 16.
Podcast: Sustainability and Emerging Technologies Jan. 9, 2023: The rapid development of advanced air mobility and other emerging technologies in business aviation is also driving greater industry focus on sustainability.
NBAA Welcomes Claude Hurley as IBAC’s New Environment and Flight Operations Director Jan. 5, 2023: The International Business Aviation Council announced the addition of Capt. Claude Hurle as the council’s new director, environment and flight operations.
NBAA, Coalition Urge IRS to Resolve Questions About SAF Tax Credit Programs Dec. 7, 2022: NBAA joined with a coalition of dozens of aviation stakeholders in submitting comments to the IRS on implementation of the upcoming sustainable aviation fuel blenders tax credit and clean fuel production credit.
NBAA Recognizes First Recipients of Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation Nov. 18, 2022: NBAA has announced its first batch of business aviation entities that have achieved the organization’s newly established Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation.
NBAA TV: Verijet's Richard Kane Talks About Sustainability Oct. 20, 2022: Richard Kane, chairman and CEO for Verijet, talks with NBAA TV about his company's commitment to carbon neutral aviation and the path forward to widespread use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
NBAA TV: Interview with Andrés Reid of CTX Oct. 20, 2022: Andrés Reid, business development manager for Carbon Trade eXchange (CTX), talks with NBAA TV about the business opportunities available for aviation businesses as the industry works towards carbon neutral operations.
OEM Leaders at NBAA-BACE: Collaboration Key to Reaching Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 Oct. 19, 2022: Industry leaders at NBAA-BACE identified key focus areas to achieving net-zero emissions across civil aviation by 2050, including workforce education as well as communication and collaboration with regulators.
NBAA TV: Interview With Embraer's Alvadi Serpa Jr. Oct. 19, 2022: Alvadi Serpa Jr., director product strategy at Embraer Executive Jets talk with NBAA TV about ways they are engaging with their operators and customers to support environmental sustainability, including through the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
NBAA TV: Sustainability in Focus at 2022 NBAA-BACE Oct. 19, 2022: Erik Lindbergh, chairman of The Lindbergh Foundation, and Kennedy Ricci, president of 4AIR, discuss the challenges and opportunities for the business aviation industry as it collaborates to achieve the 2050 net zero carbon goal.
NBAA TV: Erik Lindbergh and Steve Csonka Discuss the Challenge of Decarbonizing Aviation Oct. 19, 2022: Erik Lindbergh, chairman of The Lindbergh Foundation, and Steve Csonka, executive director for Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI) talk with NBAA TV about breaking through barriers that are slowing down the widespread availability and adoption of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
NBAA TV: UAS International Trip Support Backs SAF Oct. 19, 2022: In an interview with NBAA TV, Abdul Charafeddin, executive vice president - Americas for UAS International Trip Support, emphasizes the importance of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in reaching industry sustainability goals.
NBAA-BACE Experts Discuss How to Achieve Decarbonization Oct. 18, 2022: A 2022 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition panel on decarbonizing aviation examined which strategies would effectively incentivize the industry to push forward.
NBAA TV: 2022 NBAA-BACE Focuses on Sustainability Oct. 18, 2022: Using evolving technology, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and other solutions, experts explain how it’s going to require a team effort by the entire industry to reach sustainability goals across all sectors of business aviation.
NBAA TV: Interview with EASA’s Patrick Ky Oct. 18, 2022: Patrick Ky, executive director of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), talks with NBAA TV about EASA's mission, its focus on environmental sustainability and its efforts to attract the next generation of aviation's workforce.
MEDIA ADVISORY: NBAA-BACE 2022 Sustainability Summit to Highlight Business Aviation’s Momentum on Carbon Reductions Oct. 16, 2022: Business aviation’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and carbon emissions reductions will be on full display at the National Business Aviation Association’s 2022 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition kicking off this week in Orlando.
Three Key Initiatives Boost Sustainable Fuels in Orlando for NBAA-BACE Oct. 13, 2022: NBAA welcomes two key initiatives at the Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) that will promote theproduction, availability and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Orlando.
Inaugural CAM Ambassador Webinar Looks at the Road to Net Zero Emissions Oct. 12, 2022: The inaugural webinar in a complimentary NBAA series designed specifically for Certified Aviation Managers took a detailed look at the broad array of technologies and approaches the business aviation community can consider on its journey to net-zero emissions by 2050.
NBAA Welcomes ICAO Adoption of Long-Term Net-Zero Carbon Emissions Goals Oct. 7, 2022: NBAA joined with the global aviation community in welcoming the adoption of a long-term goal for international aviation of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, by governments gathered for the 41st ICAO Assembly in Montreal, Canada.
Business Aviation Issues Guiding Principles on Sustainability Ahead of U.N. Aviation Forum Sept. 26, 2022: Business aviation groups, including NBAA, have put forward a set of policy principles to guide long-term carbon emissions reductions in the lead-up to the 41st International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Triennial Assembly.
Bolen: 'Genuine Progress' on Sustainable Fuels With Signing of Inflation Reduction Act Into Law Aug. 16, 2022: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen welcomed President Biden's signing into law of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 that includes an NBAA-championed blenders tax credit for producers of sustainable aviation fuel.
NBAA Welcomes Senate Bill's Provision Promoting Sustainable Aviation Fuel Development Aug. 8, 2022: NBAA welcomes the inclusion of an NBAA-championed blenders tax credit for producers of SAF, as part of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
Advancing Toward an Electrified Future July 30, 2022: The push is on to develop technologies that will enable greener flying.
FLYING Magazine Honors NBAA for Sustainability Leadership July 29, 2022: NBAA was presented with FLYING magazine’s Innovation Award for its efforts to lead the industry both vocally and behind-the-scenes toward sustainability, beginning with the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel.
Podcast: First Steps Toward Environmental Sustainability July 18, 2022: While many flight operations already have implemented programs to reduce their carbon emissions, the process can seem daunting for those that haven't yet started. Three members of NBAA's Environmental Sustainability Subcommittee offer tips on how to work toward sustainability.
NBAA's Congressional Testimony Highlights Business Aviation's Focus on Sustainability, Safety and Innovation July 13, 2022: NBAA detailed for Congress a policy roadmap for strengthening the general aviation sector in the U.S. and around the world, today and in the years to come.
NBAA Reviewing Proposed Emissions Standards for Aircraft Certification July 1, 2022: NBAA is reviewing the FAA’s notice of proposed rulemaking outlining new certification standards with an aim of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
NBAA Responds to SEC Proposed Rule on Climate Disclosures June 15, 2022: NBAA has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission to recognize the industry’s commitment to sustainability when considering a proposed rulemaking to mandate that companies subject to SEC reporting requirements disclose the environmental impact of their operations.
ICAO Assembly to Consider Topics That Impact Business Aviation June 15, 2022: Civil aviation’s international governing body is expected to examine a variety of issues, including the goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions from aviation by 2050.
Management: What Will It Take to Become More Sustainable? June 14, 2022: What steps can your flight operation take to move toward sustainability?
Podcast: Debunking Maintenance Myths About SAF May 23, 2022: Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has been a growing part of business aviation for more than a decade. However, despite numerous industry efforts to spread understanding, awareness and use of SAF, there remain a few persistent myths about the fuel. In this episode of NBAA Flight Plan, three experts debunk these myths.
In First, Sustainable Aviation Fuel Lands At Geneva Airport, Helping Outbound Flights Cut Carbon Emissions May 20, 2022: For the first time in its history, Geneva Airport (GVA) will have Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) available and being used to lower carbon emissions for outbound flights. The supply comes as business aviation hosts its European convention in the city from May 23-25.
Business Aviation Leaders and Airlines Urge Biden Administration to Clear Roadblocks Holding Back Sustainable Aviation Fuel's Growth May 18, 2022: A coalition of 42 business aviation leaders, major U.S. airlines and other industry associations is urging the White House to clear regulatory roadblocks hindering the scale-up of sustainable aviation fuel production.
NBAA Underscores Commitment to Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 in House Committee Statement May 17, 2022: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen outlined the aggressive steps business aviation is taking to reduce the industry’s carbon footprint in a written statement submitted today to the Aviation Subcommittee of The House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure.
NBAA, Other Aviation Stakeholders Urge Biden Administration to Promote SAF May 16, 2022: NBAA has joined forces with a broad coalition of aviation industry stakeholders to urge the Biden administration to continue its support of the nascent sustainable aviation fuel industry.
NBAA, Stakeholders Urge Officials to Maintain 100LL Availability at Reid-Hillview Airport May 9, 2022: More than 100 stakeholders sent a letter urging officials to maintain sales of 100LL aviation gasoline at California's Reid-Hillview Airport as the industry works toward safe unleaded alternatives.
Congressional Letter From NBAA, Others Highlights Urgent Need for SAF Blender's Tax Credit April 25, 2022: Sustainable aviation fuel is an essential component of the aviation industry’s drive toward decarbonization, and federal tax policies such as a dedicated blender’s tax credit are necessary to spur investment in commercial-scale production, a large group of stakeholders said in a letter to Congress.
White House Announcement Shows Continued Growing Support for Promoting SAF Production, Use April 15, 2022: NBAA and a broad coalition of aviation stakeholders continue to garner support in Congress for a blender’s tax credit to bolster production and availability of sustainable aviation fuel, which can reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional jet fuel.
NBAA YoPros Give Back Through Beach Cleanup at SDC2022 April 5, 2022: Giving back to the local community has long been a key part of the NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC), and this year, the NBAA Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPro) group hosted a "Day of Service" beach cleanup prior to the opening of SDC2022.
Aviation Stakeholder Groups Commit to Lead-Free Aviation Fuels Transition Feb. 23, 2022: Leaders of aviation and petroleum groups, including NBAA, have committed to an initiative laying out a clear plan to transition piston-engine aircraft to lead-free aviation fuels by the end of 2030.
The Quest to Make Aviation Permanently Sustainable Feb. 22, 2022: Erik Lindbergh believes that aviation must be made environmentally friendly.
Podcast: Two Pilots, One Goal – Promote Aviation Sustainability Feb. 14, 2022: On Jan. 2, 2022, pilots Robin Wenger and Matt Niederhäuser took off from Zurich, Switzerland on a round-the-world flight in a Diamond DA50 to highlight the various ways the aviation industry is working to minimize its environmental footprint. NBAA is following their journey. Learn how you can support this initiative and help promote sustainability.
Coalition Calls on EPA to Expand Sustainable Aviation Fuel Feedstocks In Updated RFS Feb. 4, 2022: A coalition of groups, including NBAA, on behalf of the Business Aviation Coalition for Sustainable Aviation Fuel, urged the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to provide greater opportunities for the development of sustainable aviation fuel.
NBAA Releases Guidance for New Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation Program Jan. 21, 2022: NBAA announced the release of guidance documents for its new Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation Program, which identifies business aviation entities who meet exceptional environmental sustainability standards.
NBAA’s Christa Lucas Named to Center for Transportation and the Environment’s Policy Board Jan. 3, 2022: NBAA Senior Vice President, Government Affairs, Public Policy & Advocacy Christa Lucas has been named to the Policy Board of the Center for Transportation and the Environment, a nonprofit group that works to implement advanced transportation technologies, vehicles and fuels that reduce pollution and fossil fuel dependency.
An Industry Focused on a Sustainable Future Dec. 9, 2021: Multiple efforts are underway to ensure that business aviation flies greener.
NBAA-Backed SAF Blenders Tax Credit Advances in Build Back Better Act Nov. 19, 2021: A sustainable aviation fuel blender’s tax credit advocated for by NBAA and a coalition of stakeholders has been passed by the House of Representatives as part of its Build Back Better legislation.
EASA Environmental Registration Deadline Fast Approaching Nov. 18, 2021: By Dec. 31, operators of certain aircraft much register for EASA's new portal. It applies to Part 91 and 135 operators, even though Part 135 operators already provide environmental information through the third-country operator portal.
Aviation Groups Encourage Congress to Increase Funding for Alternative Fuels Program Nov. 3, 2021: NBAA and other aviation groups six aviation associations came together asking Congress to increase funding for the Alternative Fuels for General Aviation program.
NBAA-BACE: Despite Challenges, Developers See Blue Skies Ahead for AAM Oct. 14, 2021: Companies developing advanced air mobility vehicles are energized by the possibilities the technology offers, and by how close the industry is to realizing its promise within the next few years.
Sustainability Commitments, Clean Tech Takes Center Stage at NBAA-BACE Oct. 13, 2021: At NBAA-BACE, Industry leaders and outside experts expressed confidence that business aviation will reach its net-zero emissions goal because of its long track record of advancing technology and the number of options that can be tapped to generate significant carbon reductions.
NBAA TV: Nevada's Clark County Recognizes NBAA's Commitment to Sustainability Oct. 12, 2021: At a press event at Henderson Executive airport, Clark County declared Monday, Oct. 11 2021, to be "National Business Aviation Association Day" in recognition of the economic impact of NBAA-BACE for the area, as well as the association's commitment to sustainability.
Business Aviation Pledges Net-Zero Carbon By 2050 and Increasing Fuel Efficiency as Part of Renewed Climate Commitments Oct. 12, 2021: Business aviation leaders pledged to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050 as they expanded on a set of bold climate commitments made a decade ago, marking the latest in a string of new sustainability announcements at their main event of the year.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Business Aviation’s Commitment to Sustainability Comes Into Sharp Focus at 2021 NBAA-BACE Oct. 10, 2021: Business aviation’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and carbon emissions reduction will be on full display at the 2021 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition.
NBAA-BACE to Offer New Initiative to Promote Sustainable Aviation Fuel Use Oct. 7, 2021: Those with inbound flights to the 2021 NBAA-BACE will be able to make a purchase toward the production of low-carbon sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), even if SAF is not available from their departing airport.
NBAA-BACE Newsmakers Session: Industry Luncheon Leaders Will Chart a Sustainable Future Oct. 4, 2021: Business aviation’s long-standing sustainability agenda will be in full focus with a new luncheon panel of industry leaders, to be held on the opening day of the 2021 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition.
New Partnership Will Make NBAA-BACE One of the Largest Carbon-Neutral Aviation Events in the World Sept. 28, 2021: NBAA-BACE is set to become one of the world’s largest carbon-neutral events next month, based on a new partnership with 4AIR, a leader in aviation sustainability solutions.
Panel Highlights Federal Support for SAF Ahead of Sustainability Summit at NBAA-BACE Sept. 23, 2021: The 2021 Business Aviation sustainability Summit takes place Oct. 12, 2021 at NBAA-BACE.
Podcast: Helping the Industry Move Toward Sustainability Sept. 20, 2021: NBAA recently formed the Maintenance Committee's new Sustainability Subcommittee to help aviation managers identify and implement the best ways to reduce their operation's carbon footprint. Learn how to tap the subcommittee's expertise and other NBAA resources.
NBAA-Backed SAF Blenders Tax Credit Advances in House of Representatives Sept. 17, 2021: In a key development on business aviation’s path to a sustainable future, the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee’s budget reconciliation proposal for the Build Back Better Act contains a sustainable aviation fuel blender’s tax credit, which will incentivize production of SAF to make it more accessible.
NBAA’s Lucas Talks Resiliency, Sustainability of Business Aviation with Airport Reps Sept. 14, 2021: NBAA Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, Policy and Advocacy Christa Lucas shared business aviation’s perspective on the state of the general aviation industry at the Sept. 14, 2021, American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) General Aviation Conference.
NBAA’s Bolen Underscores Bizav Support for SAF in White House Event Sept. 10, 2021: NBAA supports the Biden administration’s plans to advance the future of sustainable aviation fuels with aims to produce 3 billion gallons of SAF, reduce emissions by 20% by 2030 and create jobs.
NBAA Continues Advocacy for SAF Blender’s Tax Credit Aug. 31, 2021: NBAA joined with dozens of leading industry stakeholders in encouraging congressional leaders to include a blender's tax credit for increased SAF production in upcoming legislation. SAF is widely considered to hold the greatest potential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from aviation
Business Aviation Insider Quick Poll: Sustainable Aviation Fuel Aug. 17, 2021: Despite recent advances, some barriers remain for widespread adoption of stainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) within the business aviation community. Take the quick poll below to share what would help your operations begin to regularly use SAF.
Operations: Aircraft Painting Best Practices Aug. 11, 2021: Planning to paint an aircraft is not just about selecting colors and finishes. Consider the environmental impact of the process.
New Exhibitor ‘Green Pledge’ Puts Sustainability Front and Center at NBAA-BACE July 27, 2021: Exhibitors at the 2021 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition in Las Vegas are demonstrating their commitment to helping reduce waste and making the show more sustainable by signing up for the event’s new Green Pledge program.
NBAA Welcomes Senate Bill Incentivizing SAF Production June 25, 2021: The U.S. Senate introduced a companion bill to the House of Representatives' Sustainable Skies Act, which creates a performance-based blender’s tax credit to incentivize the production, use of sustainable aviation fuel.
Panel: Sustainability at Forefront of Industry’s Post-COVID Engagement with Global Officials June 17, 2021: Business aviation leaders reaffirmed their ongoing work with international lawmakers and regulators to work to foster greater sustainability during a session held at the Global 2021 virtual summit on June 17.
Panel: AAM Important Part of General Aviation's Ongoing Sustainability Efforts June 14, 2021: A webinar sponsored by the Alliance for Aviation Across America examined the many ways that general aviation stakeholders are investing in sustainable transportation options, including the emerging advanced air mobility industry.
Symposium Highlights Industry ‘On the Cusp’ of Widespread SAF Adoption June 1, 2021: The CAAFI event brought together regulators, environmental health officials and stakeholders to provide an update on the progress toward the development and adoption of sustainable aviation fuels.
NBAA Welcomes New Legislation to Incentivize SAF Production May 20, 2021: NBAA welcomed the introduction of the Sustainable Skies Act, which creates a performance-based blender’s tax credit to incentivize the production and use of sustainable aviation fuel.
NBAA Joins Coalition Asking Congress for Action on Aviation Sustainability Initiatives May 18, 2021: (NBAA) and a broad coalition of aviation groups today urged Congress to consider wide-ranging and comprehensive legislative proposals to achieve dramatic carbon emissions reductions in upcoming infrastructure legislation.
DOE: U.S. Has the Resources to Replace All Jet-A With SAF May 5, 2021: The U.S. has the potential to replace almost all domestic demand for Jet A with sustainable aviation fuel, although this would require a significant investment in infrastructure and the development of new sources of raw material, according to the Department of Energy.
Podcast: Business Aviation's Sustainability Focus May 3, 2021: Companies around the globe are focused on becoming more sustainable. That extends to business aviation flight departments, though it can be difficult to figure out where to begin that process.
NBAA News Hour: Highlighting Innovation in Sustainability on Earth Day April 23, 2021: The benefits of sustainability initiatives, and best practices for operators considering their own programs, were the subject of the latest edition of the NBAA's webinar.
New NBAA Accreditation Certifies Leadership in Sustainable Flight Operations April 22, 2021: NBAA unveiled a new accreditation program that will serve as an industry standard for validating leadership in sustainable flight operations.
Business Aviation's First-Ever EU Summit Delivers European Vision for Further Deployment of SAF April 20, 2021: The first-ever European Business Aviation SAF Summit concluded with a strategic plan for advancing the production, availability and use of sustainable aviation fuels in the region.
NBAA Supports SAF Blender’s Credit as Part of Administration’s Proposed Tax Plan April 9, 2021: The Made in America Tax Plan contains several proposals to incentivize clean energy production, including an NBAA-supported measure to promote broader adoption of sustainable aviation fuel.
NBAA Joins Call for Performance-Based SAF Tax Credit in Biden Infrastructure Plan April 2, 2021: NBAA joined with a broad coalition representing every segment of the nation's civil aviation industry in appealing for inclusion of performance-based measures to spur production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Biden-Harris administration’s recently-unveiled American Jobs Plan.
NBAA Welcomes Increased Capitol Hill Focus on Sustainable Aviation Fuels March 30, 2021: NBAA recognized a bipartisan congressional request to the Government Accountability Office for a study exploring effective policy measures to expand awareness, availability and use of sustainable aviation fuels.
Advocating for More Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production Feb. 18, 2021: NBAA is working to obtain tax credits to scale up SAF supplies in order to make the alternative fuel more cost-competitive.
Avfuel, Neste Partner on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Jan. 12, 2021: Avfuel Corporation and Neste announced a strategic partnership to create a continuous supply of sustainable aviation fuel in the U.S.
Environmental Protection, Profitability Should Go Hand-in-Hand Dec. 3, 2020: Pioneering pilot Bertrand Piccard believes aviation can be both profitable and environmentally friendly.
Canadian Business Aviation Association Joins Growing Sustainability Coalition Oct. 29, 2020: The Business Aviation Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition welcomed the inclusion of the Canadian Business Aviation Association.
NBAA Outlines Some Concerns Over EPA’s Proposed Changes to CO₂ Standards Oct. 14, 2020: NBAA supports an EPA proposal to match U.S. standards for greenhouse gas emission standards for certain new commercial airplanes with the ICAO standards adopted in 2017 for airplane carbon dioxide emissions.
NBAA News Hour: Business Aviation Industry Committed to Production, Use of SAF Sept. 23, 2020: A recent NBAA webinar focused on the industry’s commitment to sustainability and sustainable aviation fuels.
Sustainability Summit Closes with New Momentum Toward Broader SAF Adoption Sept. 15, 2020: On the final day of the Virtual 2020 Business Aviation Sustainability Summit industry leaders noted the global business aviation community’s goal to halve its carbon emissions by 2050.
Business Aviation's First Sustainability Summit Highlights Focus Areas for Sustainable-Fuels Growth Sept. 15, 2020: After a first-of-its-kind sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) summit that concluded today, business aviation leaders committed to redouble their focus on fostering the large-scale production and widespread adoption of SAF.
Business Aviation Sustainability Summit Opens with Big Announcements on SAF Availability Sept. 14, 2020: New initiatives to promote the use of sustainable aviation fuel and improve its availability to operators headlined the first day of the Virtual 2020 Business Aviation Sustainability Summit on Sept. 14, 2020.
IBAC’s Edwards Highlights Industry’s SAF Efforts in ICAO Sustainability Conference Sept. 11, 2020: International Business Aviation Council Director General Kurt Edwards highlighted the industry's efforts to increase use of sustainable aviation fuels in a presentation during the ICAO Stocktaking Seminar on Sept. 11, 2020.
Bolen: Next-Generation Tech, Continued Commitment Are Keys to Aviation Sustainability Sept. 11, 2020: NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen was one of several aviation leaders who took part in the National Aeronautic Association and National Aviation Hall of Fame’s Sustainability and Innovation: Ensuring the Future of Aviation webinar on Sept. 10, 2020, to share perspectives on the industry’s environmental efforts.
Textron Aviation Offers Sustainable Aviation Fuel on New Turbine Aircraft Sept. 2, 2020: Textron Aviation announced customers will be offered the option to choose an initial tank of sustainable aviation fuel with delivery of new turbine aircraft. The announcement comes just weeks ahead of the industry’s first Virtual 2020 Business Aviation Sustainability Summit.
Podcast: Real-World Perspectives on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Aug. 31, 2020: Our industry continues to seek ways to improve upon its already noteworthy record of environmental responsibility, and chief among those efforts is promoting the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) that burn cleaner than straight Jet A.
MEDIA ADVISORY: Experts Across Supply Chain to Address First-Ever Business Aviation Sustainability Summit Aug. 27, 2020: Business aviation leaders will convene Sept. 14-15 for a first-of-its-kind Virtual 2020 Business Aviation Sustainability Summit to discuss pathways to accelerate the market for sustainable aviation fuels.
Work on Sustainable Aviation Fuels Continues Unabated Aug. 27, 2020: Efforts to promote the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) has continued throughout the pandemic, demonstrating business aviation’s commitment to seeing widespread usage become a reality.
NBAA News Hour Highlights Real-World Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel Aug. 25, 2020: An Aug. 25, 2020, NBAA News Hour webinar addressed industry questions about sustainable aviation fuel, and offered real-world perspectives on its use in turbine aircraft.
Coalition Releases New Sustainable Aviation Fuel Guide as Industry Moves to Accelerate Use of Lower-Carbon Alternative Aug. 19, 2020: The Business Aviation Coalition for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF Coalition) today released a new informational guide detailing how industry leaders can incorporate sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) into their operations and accelerate the adoption of low-carbon fuels, while reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Chattanooga Metro: A Model Sustainable Airport Aug. 12, 2020: Tennessee’s Chattanooga Metro, the first U.S. airport to generate enough solar energy to offset its power needs, serves as a model for sustainability for other airfields.
Moving Toward Sustainability July 30, 2020: Using sustainable aviation fuels is only one of many things business aviation companies can do to ensure they are reducing the environmental impact of their operations.
Virtual Maintenance Conference: Industry Plays Key Role in Emergence of Sustainable Aviation Fuel July 14, 2020: The business aviation industry continues to play a leading role in the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), The emergence of SAF was detailed in the NBAA GO Virtual Maintenance Conference session, Sustainable Aviation Fuels - A Maintenance Perspective.
ICAO Adjusts CORSIA Emissions Baseline Due to COVID-19 July 8, 2020: The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization will exclude 2020 emissions levels from baseline calculations for CORSIA, due to the pandemic’s impact on flight activity.
Global 7500 Receives Environmental Product Declaration July 1, 2020: Bombardier Aviation’s Global 7500 has received business aviation’s first-ever Environmental Product Declaration.
Sustainable Aviation Fuels Part of Rolls-Royce Net Zero Carbon Emissions Commitment June 9, 2020: Rolls-Royce pledged by 2030 to become a net-zero carbon emitter in its operations, and to assist the civil aviation industry and other sectors in attaining net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Bombardier Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainability June 2, 2020: The parent of the business airplane maker emphasized its ongoing commitment to environmental goals, including the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, in its 2019 Activity Report.
NBAA Welcomes IBAC’s Call for ICAO to Adjust CORSIA Emissions Baseline April 27, 2020: The International Business Aviation Council requests an adjustment to the CORSIA emissions baseline due to COVID-19’s impact on global air travel.
NBAA Welcomes Supersonic Aircraft Noise Requirement April 2, 2020: With NBAA long involved in a worldwide collaboration to advance supersonic flight, the association welcomes the publication of an NPRM regarding noise certification of supersonic airplanes.
NBAA Supports Washington State’s Effort to Promote Use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel March 5, 2020: NBAA and the National Air Transportation Association are jointly supporting a legislative provision in Washington state that could provide the necessary momentum to successfully expand the use of sustainable aviation fuel.
Banyan Air Becomes Latest Location Offering SAF Feb. 5, 2020: Michigan-based Avfuel Corporation has added Banyan Air Service to a growing list of FBOs offering sustainable aviation fuel on a limited basis.
Business Aviation's Sustainability Commitment Highlighted at 2020 World Economic Forum Jan. 20, 2020
Looking Toward Business Aviation's Sustainable Future Jan. 20, 2020: While sustainable aviation fuel reduces emissions, there are companies looking at ways to completely eliminate direct emissions from aircraft through the use of alternative energy sources
Urban Air Mobility Dominates Headlines at CES 2020 Jan. 9, 2020: The annual Consumer Electronics Show, taking place Jan. 7-10, 2020, now serves as a major event for the expanding field of electrically powered vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
Business Aviation Community Welcomes Congressional Promotion of Aviation Fuel Sustainability Dec. 26, 2019: A group of aviation stakeholders today welcomed congressional legislation including provisions aimed squarely at promoting the development and use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
NBAA and Industry Partners Join in Opposition Against Aircraft Noise Reduction Act Dec. 20, 2019: NBAA along with other industry partners on Dec. 20, 2019, expressed opposition to H.R. 5423, the Aircraft Noise Reduction Act (ANRA), which aims to give local officials the ability to severely restrict access to general aviation airports.
Bombardier Receives First Sustainable Fuel Delivery from Avfuel Dec. 12, 2019: Michigan-based Avfuel recently delivered to Bombardier’s Montreal, Canada facility its first sustainable aviation fuel shipment.
Video: What’s Holding Up Sustainable Fuel Use? NBAA-BACE Panel Explores the Question Nov. 1, 2019: Sustainable aviation fuels are a win-win for business aviation and carbon reduction – so what are the obstacles to their increased production and use? A panel of industry leaders explored the question during 2019 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE).
NBAA TV Live: Business Aviation’s Sustainable Future Begins Now Oct. 23, 2019: With a focus on responsibly growing the company, Cox Enterprises Aviation’s John Hatfield explains how the private company has been leading by example with the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), in this NBAA TV Live interview.
NBAA TV Live: The Future of Business Aviation Is Electric Oct. 23, 2019: The trend in electric aircraft continues to rise as the industry looks to develop more efficient and sustainable systems. Michael Ballas of Astronics looks at how the increased interest in electric aircraft is impacting the business aviation industry in this NBAA TV Live interview.
NBAA TV Live: The Reality of Electric Aircraft for Business Aviation Oct. 23, 2019: Fully electric airplanes have gone from research to market in just a few years. George Bye of Bye Aerospace, a leading company developing electric aircraft, discusses the electric evolution taking place in the industry, in this NBAA TV Live interview.
New Report Explores the Benefits of Urban Air Mobility for Business Aviation Oct. 23, 2019: NBAA unveiled this week at its annual Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) a new report titled "Business Aviation Embraces Electric Flight, How Urban Air Mobility Creates Enterprise Value."
New 2020 Summit Aimed at Growing Business Aviation Use of Sustainable Fuels Oct. 22, 2019: Leaders of NBAA and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association announced an unprecedented gathering, to be held March 2020 in Washington, DC, aimed at accelerating the availability and use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
Promoting the Promise of Sustainable Aviation Fuel Oct. 7, 2019: Wyoming’s Jackson Hole Airport recently hosted an event to demonstrate the viability of sustainable aviation fuel, which was provided by Avfuel.
New Hampshire FBO Looks to Future With Sustainable Aviation Fuel Sept. 12, 2019: An inquiry from a major business aircraft OEM led Paul Davy, manager of Port City Air at New Hampshire's Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, to research the possibility of his facility offering sustainable aviation fuel derived from renewable energy sources.
EASA Publishes Vertical Takeoff and Landing Certification Special Condition July 18, 2019: EASA has published a Special Condition for certification of small electric and hybrid vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
EU 'Eco Tax' Proposals Raise Concerns July 18, 2019: A French proposal to implement a new "eco tax" on departing flights marks the latest example of additional regional taxes levied against aviation stakeholders in Europe ostensibly for environmental purposes.
A New Era for Sustainable Fuel July 15, 2019: Business aviation has long been dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with a proven record of advances in carbon reduction. One of the most promising avenues of achieving these goals is through sustainable fuel.
Sustainable Alternative Jet Fuel to Reduce Carbon Emissions in Business Aviation May 20, 2019: Sustainable alternative jet fuel is a key part of business aviation’s plan to reduce carbon emissions industry-wide.
Innovation, Future of Air Travel in Focus at EBACE May 20, 2019: EBACE will showcase the breadth of investment and innovation driving the industry into the future. Emerging technologies such as electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) will be discussed and on display across Geneva Airport and Palexpo’s exhibit halls, from May 21-23.
NBAA, Others Urge Congress to Extend Tax Incentive on Biofuels April 17, 2019: NBAA joined with six other aviation associations in encouraging congressional leaders to support extension of the biodiesel tax incentive that also promotes increased production of sustainable alternative jet fuel.
Overseas Operators: Be Ready to Show Emissions Compliance April 15, 2019: A worldwide mandate from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to measure and report carbon emissions from aircraft is here, and business aircraft operators flying overseas should be prepared to demonstrate their compliance with the program.
Although Few Are Affected By CORSIA, Guidelines Are Now Available March 25, 2019: U.S.-based business aircraft operators flying internationally are now subject to the requirements of CORSIA, following the March 14, 2019. publication of the FAA's voluntary Monitoring, Reporting and Verification Program in the Federal Register.
Civic, Aviation Leaders Showcase Viability of Alternative Jet Fuels in Live Demo Jan. 17, 2019
The Electric Aircraft Revolution Offers Plausible Alternative for Flight Training and More Oct. 17, 2018: As battery technology becomes more advanced, offering more power for less weight and reduced recharging times, the idea of a commercially-viable, electrically-powered aircraft has moved from the realm of the implausible to quite possible.
Imagining the Possibilities of General Aviation in 2025 Oct. 17, 2018: Disruptive automotive technologies will soon migrate to aviation, making four- to six-seat airplanes safer, simpler and more comfortable, thanks to the convergence of electrification, automation and autonomy.
Removing Barriers to Sustainable Fuels Adoption July 9, 2018: Learn about what is needed to encourage adoption of sustainable alternative jet fuel within the business aviation industry, in the July/August 2018 issue of Business Aviation Insider magazine, NBAA's Technology Issue.
ICAO Adoption of CORSIA Rules Brings No Significant Changes for Business Aviation July 2, 2018: In January 2019, CORSIA will be implemented with the goal of capping carbon dioxide emissions from aviation.
International Operators Need to Prepare for CORSIA April 16, 2018: Learn the latest about ICAO's CORSIA emissions plan, including a new small emitter exemption for most business aircraft operators.
CORSIA Looming, But Many Business Aircraft Operators Exempted Jan. 10, 2018: To determine CORSIA applicability, operators will need to submit a baseline fleet-emissions level by averaging their total CO2 emissions on international flights between participating countries. Required data points include flights on a given date and between international city pairs, time en route and total fuel burned.
Hybrid Airplanes: Moving From Drawing Board to Flight Line June 10, 2017: From pressurized fuselages to jet power, aviation has seen its fair share of technological leaps in the 114 years since the Wright Brothers first flew at Kitty Hawk. Soon, electric propulsion may be considered a big enough disruptor to join the elite list of advancements that fundamentally re-shaped airplane design, and business aviation stands to be a significant beneficiary.
FAA Studying Possible Updates to Noise Policy, NBAA Advocates for Science-Based Approach March 31, 2017: The FAA is updating the scientific evidence it uses to measure aircraft noise exposure and its effects on communities around airports. NBAA advocates for a science-based approach.
Draft EU-ETS Regulation Would Increase CO2 Limit for 'Small Emitters' March 31, 2017: As EU officials considered easing carbon limits for operators in a carbon-emissions trading plan, privacy concerns about the regulation emerged.
NBAA Welcomes ICAO Council Adoption of Global Emissions Standards March 9, 2017: he standard applies to all new large aircraft type designs starting in 2020 and to all in-production aircraft types, including business and large aircraft, in 2023. Those in-production aircraft which do not comply by 2028 will no longer be able to be produced without sufficient modifications to the design. Certain small aircraft, including small turbine-powered airplanes with a maximum takeoff mass under 12,500 pounds, and piston-engine airplanes and turboprops below 19,000 pounds, are exempted from this standard.
NBAA Provides Valuable Input to Aircraft Emissions Policymakers March 21, 2016: NBAA recently worked with the International Business Aviation Council to provide important input on aircraft emissions issues to ICAO policymakers.
NBAA Provides Input to ICAO Working Group on Aircraft Emissions Standards Feb. 11, 2016: NBAA provided important input to an ICAO committee that recently issued a recommendation for a global standard to address CO2 emissions from aircraft.
NBAA, Other Groups Oppose Congressional Call for Unilateral Emissions Standard Sept. 25, 2015: NBAA and others oppose calls from within Congress for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to take unilateral action in adopting aircraft emissions standards before the issuance of an internationally agreed-upon standard.
FAA Reminds Operators of Upcoming Stage 3 Noise Compliance Mandate July 20, 2015: The FAA issued a reminder to operators of jet airplanes weighing 75,000 pounds or less that they must comply with Stage 3 noise levels by Jan. 1, 2016.
NBAA’s Fornarotto Addresses Airport Group’s Sustainability Forum Oct. 31, 2014: Christa Fornarotto, NBAA's vice president, government affairs, will highlight business aviation's continued work on emissions reduction in remarks at the 7th annual Airports Going Green Conference in Chicago on Nov. 3, 2014.
FAA To Begin Initial Testing of Unleaded Aviation Fuels Sept. 10, 2014: NBAA welcomed the FAA's decision to begin initial testing this fall of four unleaded aviation fuels at the agency's William J. Hughes Technical Center near Atlantic City, NJ.
Nine Potential Avgas Replacements Submitted to FAA July 18, 2014: The FAA announced that nine potential replacement fuel proposals for 100 low-lead aviation gasoline were submitted for consideration by the agency ahead of a July 1, 2014, deadline.
NBAA Commends U.S. House Committee for Fueling General Aviation’s Future May 25, 2014: The U.S. House Appropriations Committee on May 21, 2014, approved funding to support the transition to unleaded aviation gasoline for piston-engine aircraft.
Lindbergh Foundation Ads Highlight Aviation’s Environmentally Friendly Technologies, Techniques June 6, 2013: The Lindbergh Foundation's ad campaign to counter misperceptions about aviation's carbon footprint has already reached millions of readers.
Environmental Groups Want Early Release of EPA Report on Leaded Fuels May 2, 2013: Environmental groups have filed a petition seeking the early release of an EPA report on the public health effects of lead emissions from general aviation aircraft.
Court: EPA Cannot Be Forced to Issue Report on 100LL Effects April 3, 2013: On March 27, 2013, efforts to find a safe and cost-effective alternative to leaded aviation gasoline were bolstered by a U.S. District Court ruling that the Environmental Protection Agency should not be forced to rush the issuance of its report on the public health effects of lead emissions from general aviation aircraft.
EU Moves Forward on ETS Suspension April 1, 2013: The European Union continues to move forward on its proposal to 'stop the clock' for implementing its Emissions Trading Scheme on non-EU operators, with a final vote anticipated in spring 2013.
Carbon-Emissions Legislation Introduced in Senate March 14, 2013: Two U.S. senators have introduced legislation that would enact new taxes on carbon emissions, including those from aircraft, though few in Washington believe the bill will pass Congress
Business Aviation Advocates Active in Aircraft-Emissions Policy Deliberations Feb. 4, 2013: As the International Civil Aviation Organization's High-Level Group continues working on aircraft-emissions policies, the International Business Aviation Council is meeting as well to ensure the non-commercial aviation sector is represented in the discussion, and NBAA is an active participant in those meetings.
IBAC Plans to Provide Input as ICAO Confronts Emissions Policy Dec. 26, 2012: Delegates to the International Civil Aviation Organization High Level Group on Climate Change recently met to discuss a global plan to curb greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time, the International Business Aviation Council also met, and said that business aviation would be represented on whatever global system is developed to mitigate aircraft emissions.
Senate Strikes Restrictions on Military Biofuels Development Dec. 3, 2012: In a move strongly supported by NBAA and 12 other aviation groups, the U.S. Senate last week struck down restrictions on the Department of Defense's research into alternative aviation fuel sources.
EU ‘Stops the Clock’ on ETS and President Signs EU-ETS Prohibition Act Dec. 3, 2012: he European Commission in Brussels announced earlier this week that it will temporarily suspend Emissions Trading Scheme requirements for flights operating to and from non-EU airports for a period of one year – until the November 2013 ICAO Assembly – to allow space for positive negotiations and international action on an alternative scheme.
What Do the Latest EU-ETS Changes Mean for NBAA Members? Nov. 19, 2012: Recent developments in Washington, DC and Brussels dealt major setbacks to the European Union's Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) as it is applied to aviation.
Falcon Jet Makes History by Flying on 100 Percent Biofuel Nov. 19, 2012: A Dassault Falcon 20 is the world’s first civil jet to be powered by 100 percent biofuel.
Congressman Calls for Expanded Use of Existing Unleaded Fuels in Piston Aircraft Nov. 14, 2012: Rep. Henry Waxman (D-CA-30) has asked the FAA to encourage expanded use of unleaded fuels in general aviation aircraft.
FAA Proposes Tougher Noise Rules for Future Helicopters Oct. 24, 2012: The FAA has unveiled plans to require newly designed helicopters to be quieter than existing rotorcraft, a move it says would benefit the public while promoting consistency with international standards.
California FBOs Use Surcharge to Fight 100LL Lawsuit Aug. 31, 2012: Costs associated with an ongoing legal battle over the sale of leaded aviation fuel have resulted in additional fees for some California pilots.
NBAA, Others Call on FAA to Fund Avgas Replacement Efforts Aug. 4, 2012: A coalition of leading U.S. general aviation associations, including NBAA, called on the FAA to support additional funding for research into a feasible, drop-in replacement for leaded aviation fuel.
Lawmaker Voices EU-ETS Concerns on Senate Floor May 16, 2012: Sen. John Thune (R-SD) is proposing a bill that would prevent U.S. aircraft operators flying to and from the European Union from having to comply with the EU's Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS).
Operators Struggle With Complexity of EU-ETS Compliance March 19, 2012: NBAA Members are working through the particulars of European Union's Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) compliance and finding that, in many cases, the process is very difficult.
The Latest on EU-ETS Compliance: What NBAA Members Should Know Feb. 20, 2012: Even as protests continue against the European Union's Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS), implemented January 1, 2012, aviation operators outside the EU are starting to come to grips with the mechanics of compliance.
International Fallout From EU-ETS Continues Feb. 13, 2012: Delegates from 26 nations will meet in Moscow later this month to discuss ways they will combat the European Union's recently implemented Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS).
As New Year Begins, Industry Confronts EU-ETS Jan. 11, 2012: The January 2012 implementation of the European Union's Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) raised concerns among operators worldwide.
In 2011, No Clear Resolution on EU-ETS Jan. 2, 2012: With the advent of 2012 comes Europe's implementation of one of the most controversial programs in the history of civil aviation. In an attempt to curb generation of greenhouse gases, the European Union put into effect its Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) on New Year's Day.
Report: EU-ETS Will Be Costly, Have Minimal Emissions Impact Dec. 2, 2011: In a November 17, 2011, report to investors, Swiss bank UBS tallied the cost for European Union states to implement a proposed Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) at $280 billion, while producing
Concerns Grow As EU-ETS Start Date Nears Nov. 23, 2011: With a January 1, 2012 start date for EU-ETS at hand,tensions between the European Community and the rest of the world are on the rise.
Conflict Grows Over EU-ETS Nov. 4, 2011: Tension over the EU's emissions-taxing proposal grew with the International Civil Aviation Organization's adoption of a measure rejecting the plan.
Opposition Rising to European Emissions Trading Scheme Oct. 31, 2011: Concerns in the U.S. and worldwide are growing more vocal over implementation of a proposed new European tax on aircraft carbon emissions.
Gulfstream Recycles More than 1.2 Million Pounds of Waste Aug. 25, 2011: Since late 2010, the Gulfstream Aerospace plant in Savannah, GA has recycled more than 1.2 million pounds of workplace waste, including wood, paper, metal, plastic and cardboard. Although the company recycled some industrial waste before, much of the ongoing manufacturing waste had been trucked to various Georgia landfills.
Sample Response to UK FOIA Request Aug. 19, 2011: Operators assigned to the United Kingdom for purposes of complying with the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) received letters regarding UK Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests
Industry Analyst: EU-ETS May Dampen Business Aviation Recovery July 8, 2011: A July 2011 white paper from business aviation analyst Brian Foley says the EU-ETS plan, if implemented, could slow industry's recovery.
Eurocontrol Launches EU ETS Support Facility March 7, 2011: The European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) Eurocontrol ETS Support Facility will be launched around February 14, 2011 to aircraft operators, and more specifically to small emitters, wishing to report their emissions through the simplified monitoring procedure.
Airports Take Various Approaches to Disposing of International Trash March 3, 2011: Trash on business aircraft that is brought into the country from outside U.S. borders can't be treated the same as garbage from within the U.S., and airport officials across the country have varying approaches for complying with disposal procedures.
NBAA Welcomes FAA Advisory Committee on Unleaded Fuel Feb. 4, 2011: NBAA welcomed a new FAA Aviation Rulemaking Committee on the proposed phase-out of 100 low lead (100LL) aviation gasoline (avgas), the fuel that powers almost all 150,000 piston-engine aircraft in the U.S.
EU-ETS: What to Watch for in 2011 Jan. 10, 2011: The business aviation industry has watched the development of the European Union’s Emissions Trading Scheme (EU-ETS) closely over the last several years, with concerns regarding when – and if – the scheme will take effect and how it could effect international operations.
NBAA, GA Groups Discuss AvGas Future at Oshkosh July 28, 2010: In a panel discussion of GA group leaders, NBAA president and CEO Ed Bolen told attendees at the EAA’s 2010 AirVenture Oshkosh yesterday that the GA community is well coordinated and making progress in its efforts to work with government officials on the issue of alternatives for 100 low lead fuel.
NBAA Part of Coalition on Government’s Avgas Planning June 10, 2010: NBAA and a coalition of general aviation leaders, including AOPA, GAMA, and others have been responding to the government’s call for eliminating lead in aviation fuel with a coordinated effort to minimize the industry’s emissions footprint while supporting the mobility and growth of general aviation. The coalition recently sent a letter requesting an extension to an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) request for alternatives to lead in fuel.
Aviation and Climate Change: The Views of Aviation Industry Stakeholders Feb. 17, 2009: This February 2009 paper, endorsed by 20 aviation associations, offers a constructive set of principles to frame the discussion of policy tools to address aviation and climate change. (116 KB, PDF)
NBAA Letter to Senator Inouye, Chairman Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation June 23, 2008: This June 23, 2008, letter from NBAA reaffirms general aviation’s commitment to reducing aircraft emissions and protecting the environment. (98 KB, PDF)
President's Perspective: In the Environmental Debate, Business Aviation Has a Good Story to Tell June 20, 2008: In the "President's Perspective" column of the June/July 2008 Insider, NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen discusses how business aviation has led the way in promoting advances aimed at reducing the industry’s environmental footprint.

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