Since 10 January, passengers buying a ticket on Air France-KLM have been charged what the airline calls a "Sustainable Aviation Fuel Contribution".in addition to the current eco-tax. This compulsory contribution translates into a sThe cost varies from €1 to €4 in economy class and from €1.50 to €12 in business class. depending on distance. The new tax is also integrated on the group's other brands. In this case KLM or even Transavia.
This contribution is necessary at a time when On 1 January, France introduced a mandatory...
Since 10 January, passengers buying a ticket on Air France-KLM have been charged what the airline calls a "Sustainable Aviation Fuel Contribution".in addition to the current eco-tax. This compulsory contribution translates into a sThe cost varies from €1 to €4 in economy class and from €1.50 to €12 in business class. depending on distance. The new tax is also integrated on the group's other brands. In this case KLM or even Transavia.
This contribution is necessary at a time when On 1 January, France introduced an obligation to incorporate 1% of sustainable fuel in aircraft refuelling. This obligation, which is in line with the European Union's objectives, will continue to progress over time. Airlines will have to use 2% of biofuel by 2025, rising to 5% by 2030.
Between voluntary and compulsory contributions
The French government's roadmap for the deployment of biofuels in the aviation sector is highly ambitious. It states a " 50% substitution target for conventional fossil fuels by biofuels in 2050, consistent with achieving neutrality emissions in France by that date".
Air France is going even further in this fuel neutrality objective. It is now offering its passengers the chance to make a voluntary contribution to the purchase of sustainable fuel. From 13 January, passengers will be able to make their contribution on the carrier's website. "Every euro of voluntary contribution will be invested in the purchase of these fuels", assures Air France.
The very high cost of production explains Air France's decision. It is estimated that biofuel costs on average four to eight times more than traditional fuel.. Hence its very low use in aviation. This is despite its lower carbon footprint, which can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 80% compared with paraffin.
It's a safe bet that Air France-KLM's decision will be emulated...
