United Airlines sets target to triple SAF use in 2023

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United Airlines sets target to triple SAF use in 2023

US airline announces plans to use sustainable fuels for flights from both San Francisco and Heathrow Airports

US aviation giant United Airlines has announced it intends to triple its use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) in 2023 by using low carbon fuels for departing flights from San Francisco International...

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