Fuel Alternatives

Airlines are now even more vigorously on the hunt for more fuel efficient aircraft, fuel saving opportunities, and potential alternative fuel sources.

In 2009, Continental Airlines will be hosting a biofuels flight demonstration. It's about reducing carbon emissions, but could also be about reducing the airline's reliance on crude oil.

What are biofuels? A good starting point is The Pros and Cons of Biofuels.

There is also building pressure from the European Union - European Union Tells US Airlines to Go Green or Get Lost. And on the note of greener air travel - Cutting Night Flights Could Reduce Global Warming.