Vistara becomes first Indian airline to operate long-haul flight using SAF

Vistara became the first airline in India to fly a widebody aircraft on a long-haul route using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Vistara recently took delivery of its fourth Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The aircraft took-off from Charleston and landed at New Delhi International Airport. The partnership flight used a blend of 30% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with 70 conventional jet fuel. Vistara is all set to commence Mumbai-London Heathrow services five weekly, from June 1, 2023 on this brand-new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. “This is an important milestone in our commitment towards achieving carbon neutrality. We thank our partners, Boeing and GE