Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Prospects and Limi...

Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Prospects and Limitations

Author Name : Shreya Mane

ABSTRACT By addressing the aviation industry's increasing carbon footprint and reliance on fossil fuels, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) presents a promising opportunity to decarbonize the sector. Compared to traditional jet fuel, SAF can decrease lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% because it is derived from renewable resources such as biomass, waste oils, and synthetic processes. However, challenges such as high production costs, limited feedstock availability, and scalability issues impede its widespread adoption. The advancement of SAF is being propelled by current policies, technological innovations, and industry collaborations; however, regulatory harmonization and infrastructure improvements are essential for seamless integration. This analysis explores the potential and limitations of SAF, emphasizing the technological advancements, economic viability, environmental impacts, and legislative frameworks critical to the progress of sustainable aviation.SAFs, or sustainable aviation fuels, are regarded as a crucial strategy to reduce carbon emissions. The most important requirement for utilizing a new fuel in an aviation engine is safety. The fuel must conform to both airworthiness and technical standards, as it represents a unique component of aero-engines. Together, these two types of standards dictate the evolution of SAF.