Sustainable aviation fuel allows for a multi decade transition ahead of any massive infrastructure changes that will be required for hydrogen fuel based aircrafts The ability to mix SAF with conventional jet fuel makes way for a gradual shift in the industry where most stakeholders can observe the advantages and then move to high levels of production subsequently benefitting from economies of scale.
SAF specifications match Jet A/A-1. It is better on aromatics and sulphur content.50% blending with kerosene AF is permitted.SAF leads to 80% reduction in GHG.SAF is a drop-in solution to the existing fuel supply chain and infrastructure.
A strong regulatory support environment will be essential for scaling up SAF production. While several airlines and associations have already committed to SAF targets, an increasing number of countries are expected to announce regulatory frameworks in support of SAF.
Total aviation fuel demand ~ 100 billion gallons per year (95 billion in 2019).
SAF production in 2022 ~ 80 million gallons (0.08 billion gallons).
To meet the 10% target by 2030, SAF production will need to be 10 billion gallons per year.
