Honda Aircraft Company Recognized for Sustainable Flight Operations with Top Accreditation
Honda Aircraft Company has achieved a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability by receiving Tier-6 Sustainable Flight Department Accreditation from the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA). This prestigious accreditation, the highest level awarded by the NBAA, recognizes Honda Aircraft’s dedication to environmentally responsible flight operations.
The accreditation was granted following a rigorous review by the NBAA of Honda Aircraft Company’s current flight operations data and a comprehensive plan outlining their future sustainability goals. This plan, voluntarily drafted by the company’s Flight Department, details specific initiatives and targets aimed at minimizing the environmental impact of their aircraft operations.
Key elements of Honda Aircraft Company’s sustainability plan include:
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Increased Usage of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF):
The company is actively increasing its reliance on SAF, a cleaner-burning alternative to traditional jet fuel, to reduce carbon emissions.*
Technological Advancements:
Honda Aircraft is continuously investing in technologies that enhance the fuel efficiency of the HondaJet, further minimizing its environmental footprint.*
Net-Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050:
This ambitious goal aligns with Honda’s broader corporate policy and demonstrates their unwavering commitment to a sustainable future.“We are incredibly proud of our Flight Department’s commitment to achieving this accreditation,” said Honda Aircraft Company President Hideto Yamasaki. “Their efforts exemplify the spirit of Honda. The plan they have developed will further advance Honda’s commitment to realizing net-zero carbon emissions for all business operations by 2050.”
Honda Aircraft’s dedication to sustainability is evident in their achievements. In 2023, the company’s Flight Department achieved a 100% reduction in carbon emissions compared to 2019 through the use of SAF, SAF certificates, and carbon offsets. Their plan approved by the NBAA outlines a transition away from carbon offsets in the coming years, aiming for flight operations powered entirely by SAF.
This accreditation further solidifies Honda Aircraft Company’s leadership role in the aviation industry’s transition to a more sustainable future. The company’s ongoing commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility sets a high standard for the industry, demonstrating that sustainable practices and business success can go hand in hand.