The case for reusing residual fuel from retired aircraft

The aviation industry is a significant contributor to global carbon emissions through its extensive use of kerosene. Offering high energy at a low weight, and at relatively low cost, kerosene is difficult to replace with more sustainable types of fuel. Meanwhile, strict safety regulations and legal restrictions cause tonnes of unused kerosene to be disposed of.

In this article, the second in a series of articles on aircraft recycling, Aethos explores the possibilities and challenges offered by the residual fuel left in decommissioned aircraft. What are the obstacles preventing the reuse of kerosene in other aircraft, and can they be overcome?

How residual fuel is handled – ideally

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