British Airways offers bonus for pilots who burn less fuel | News24
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“British Airways is offering pilots a financial incentive to cut their aircraft’s fuel consumption”
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“Pilots would collectively need to reduce their jets’ carbon dioxide emissions by 60 000 tonnes above 2025 levels to unlock a bonus that could equal 1% of their basic salary”
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“The incentive would start next year”
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“The plan says pilots can find efficiencies in areas such as taxiing procedures and extra fuel loads”
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“The proposal, in the works for months, will be voted on by members of the British Airline Pilots’ Association at the end of April”
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“Flight crew decisions have a direct and measurable impact on fuel burn and emissions”
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“The union, which represents 85% of pilots in the UK”
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“The plan comes as oil prices race past $100 a barrel because of the war in Iran”
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“Some carriers implemented surcharges and canceled flights as a result”
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“European airlines have warned they’ll pass on additional costs to consumers”
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“British Airways aims to be carbon neutral by investing in sustainable aviation fuel, buying credits and flying more-efficient planes”
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“The UK government says SAF must make up 3.6% of airlines’ total jet fuel demand this year as part of its blueprint to reach net zero by 2050”
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