IATA: Global SAF Production Still Disappointing in 2026
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released disappointing projections for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production, estimating only 2.4 million tons by 2026. This output represents a mere 0.8% of total aviation fuel needs, with airlines facing $4.3 billion in costs. IATA's Director General, Willie Walsh, expressed concern that a lack of coordinated policy and oil company disinterest are hindering progress towards the 2050 goal of meeting 65% of fuel demand with SAF. AI