Stratford-headquartered Sikorsky Aircraft has approved the use of sustainable aviation fuel ”“ also known as biofuel ”“ for use on its S-92 helicopter as an alternative to petroleum-based fuels.
The company also announced the first completed biofuel-powered flight of its S-92 aircraft: CHC Helikopter Service of Norway was the first to fly the helicopter using synthetic paraffinic kerosene produced from waste and residual feedstock, including used cooking oil.
“As a corporation, we are committed to sustainability and I am proud that our S-92 helicopter is playing a role in a more sustainable future,” said Jason Lambert, Sikorsky”™s vice president of global commercial and military systems.
“The aircraft is known for its unmatched advantages and the use of biofuel is one more attribute on that list.”
