Aviation biofuel

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An aviation biofuel (also known as bio-jet fuel, bio-aviation fuel (BAF), semi-synthetic jet fuel, or sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)) is a biofuel used to power aircraft. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) considers it a key element in reducing the environmental impact of aviation. Aviation biofuel can be used to decarbonize otherwise hard-to-decarbonise medium and long-haul air travel via "drop-in-replacement" which does not require extensive modification to aircraft engine design. Synthetic paraffinic kerosene (SPK) refers to any non-petroleum-based hydrocarbon mixture designed as a blending component or complete replacement of kerosene jet fuel. Not all bio-fuels are produced in a sustainable manner. Typically sustainable aviation fuel is certified as being sustainable by a third-party organisation and may benefit from emissions trading or carbon-credit schemes depending on local laws. Biofuels are biomass-derived fuels from plants, animals, or waste; depending on which...

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