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New aircraft concepts The aviation industry has always excelled at cutting-edge technologies and innovations. Modern aircraft consume less fuel on average per passenger than standard cars. Compared to the first generation from the early 1960s, a modern-day Boeing 737-800 can transport 48% more passengers over 119% longer distances and with 23% less fuel consumption. The newer aircraft such as Airbus A380, A350 and Boeing 787 have an even higher performance. Using new materials means significant savings in weight, and less weight means less consumption and fewer emissions. The Airbus A380 only produces 75 grams of CO2 per passenger kilometre. As a comparison, the European automobile industry is striving to achieve 140 grams per Co2 for 2009. New fuel concepts Some airlines, aircraft manufacturers and fuel companies have joined forces to develop alternatives to traditional jet fuel. One area of research is the use of biofuels, such as algae, that meet the special requirements for aviation fuel (ability to withstand very hot and very cold temperatures). While there are concerns about how the use of biofuels will affect food supply and prices in developing countries, some alternative fuel sources such as algae and types of grass are not sources of food. Moreover, they can be grown in areas that are not suitable for growing food, such as in salt water or in the desert.
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