SAF Special #3 of 3: SAF’s creating a real buzz in the air at Airbus

SAF Special #3 of 3: SAF’s creating a real buzz in the air at Airbus

November 19, 2025 · 51 min · Season 7

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The episode discusses Airbus's SAF strategy and the future of aviation.

In the final episode of our three-part SAF Special series, Fuel for Thought welcomes Mélanie Astruc and Bruno James from Airbus to unpack the manufacturer’s SAF strategy and path to 100 % compatibility. The discussion covers technical certification, supply chain coordination, airport readiness, and the delicate balance between short-term SAF adoption and longer-term alternatives such as hydrogen and electric propulsion. A fascinating close to our SAF Specials – and a clear view of how aviation’s future is taking flight today.

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