A University in the UK has suggested the airline industry could reduce emissions, with longer flights.
A recent study from the University of Cambridge has highlighted that aviation accounts for around four percent of the global warming rate.
The researchers claim that a 15 percent reduction in flight speeds, could lead to a decrease in fuel burn by five to seven percent.
This presents a compelling argument for reconsidering aviation practices with sustainability in mind.
If airlines brought in this speed reduction, it would mean that transatlantic flights could see an increase of about 50 minutes in total travel time.
This though perhaps would not fly well with travellers, but the potential environmental benefits could be significant.
The report’s findings come at a crucial time when the aviation sector faces mounting pressure to enhance its sustainability practices.
In addition to lowering flight speeds, the study encourages further research into alternative fuels and technologies that could complement these operational changes.
This study also invites a broader discussion about the aviation industry’s role in global warming and the necessary steps to mitigate its environmental impact.
