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British Airways and Rolls-Royce launch alternative fuel trial

London, United Kingdom - It has been announced today

"Rolls-Royce and British Airways today announced the start of a scientific test programme to investigate the viability of alternative fuels for the aviation industry. The in-depth study will seek to identify practical alternatives to the current industry-standard fuel kerosene, with the potential to make real reductions to the carbon footprint of aircraft. The companies will initiate a joint...

fra/pec - 1092171
Rome, Italy, 07/10/2008 14:39
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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