British Airways makes its first carbon neutral flight

British Airways has operated its first ever carbon neutral passenger flight. On September 14, BA1476 flew from London Heathrow to Glasgow Airport with an Airbus A320neo powered by sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in this case recycled cooking oil from BP.

The one hour flight used was powered by a blend of 35% sustainable aviation fuel and 65% traditional jet fuel in accordance with technical aviation specifications.



The Airbus A320neos burn 20% less fuel, which means 20% less CO2, and are 50% quieter compared to its predecessor.

Other improvements that reduce the weight of the aircraft and so contribute to lower fuel use and lower emissions include newer, lighter seats, lighter catering trollies and digital downloads of flight manuals and inflight magazines.






The remaining 38% offset comes from carbon offsets.


The airline also announced a collaboration with BP last week to source sustainable aviation fuel in respect of all flights between London, Glasgow and Edinburgh during the UK COP26 conference.


N.B. Image credit: British Airways

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