By James Careless


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CLEANER PROPULSION OEMS ARE GOING GREEN


W 66 account for less than 1% of global CO2


hen it comes to developing cleaner, greener propulsion systems for helicopters, the industry’s original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are going green. “Helicopters emissions, but there are


still ways that we can reduce that figure. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint to get closer to the end goal of net-zero CO2


emissions,” said Luca Cossetti, an innovative power solutions specialist with Airbus Helicopters.


“Aviation, including the helicopter market, is under substantial pressure to progress its sustainability initiatives with more efficient engines and airframes. Our priorities include designing more efficient engines with reduced fuel consumption, and ensuring our


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customers know that their P&WC engines can fly on up to 50% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from renewable sources,” added Nicolas Chabée, vice president of Sales & Marketing (Helicopter) with Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC).


“Many companies and operators have ESG (environmental, social, and governance) plans in place that set specific targets for reduction in carbon emissions over time,” said Zach Dailey, Bell Textron’s chief engineer of innovation. “Providing clean alternatives for their helicopter fleets is where we can continue to help our customers meet their goals.”


Here is a look at how six OEMs are making this happen.


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