Air France-KLM Group leads the way in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)

Air France-KLM Group reaffirms its commitment to the decarbonization of aviation using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and fuel-efficient aircraft.

In 2023, Air France-KLM Group’s airlines used around 80,000 metric tons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) – nearly double the amount in 2022 – making the Group the world’s largest SAF user for the second year in a row.

Fully committed to the reduction of its environmental impact, Air France-KLM aims to be at the forefront of using SAF and helping to boost SAF production worldwide. They’re not just meeting the rules, they’re aiming even higher. By 2030, they want to cut CO2 emissions per passenger-kilometer by 30% compared to 2019. The Group plans to achieve these targets through three main levers: updating their fleet with more efficient aircraft, using at least 10% SAF by 2030 and operational efficiency improvements, such as lighter onboard equipment and flying more efficient routes at optimal altitudes.

In line with improving environmental performance, Air France-KLM continues its program of fleet renewal with the introduction of the Airbus A320neo family into their fleet, starting with delivery of an A320neo and an A321neo to Transavia in the past two months.

“This is the beginning of a new chapter for Transavia and for the Group”, stated Benjamin Smith, CEO of Air France-KLM. “By introducing the Airbus A320neo family into our fleet, we are bringing quieter, less polluting and more fuel-efficient aircraft, capable of transporting more passengers. This long-term massive investment into our fleet confirms our commitment to reducing our environmental footprint, as frontrunners of a more sustainable aviation, while improving our customers’ experience.”

By 2030, the share of new generation aircraft in the Group’s fleet is expected to reach 81%, compared to 21% in 2023.