Virgin edges closer to 100% SAF-powered transatlantic flight after succesful Trent 1000 tests

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Source: Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic and Rolls-Royce have completed ground tests of the 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) blend they will use to power a Trent 1000-equipped Boeing 787 on a transatlantic flight later this year. 

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