Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) remains perhaps the most important tool driving business aviation’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. While SAF availability has increased, demand continues to outstrip supply and costs remain a concern. Today, we speak with two companies that aim to utilize new pathways and feedstocks to answer these challenges. “Irrespective of which feedstock or specific conversion technology we start with … It’s the sum of all that’s going to get us to the goal of replacing petroleum-based jet fuel,” notes Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative Executive Director Steve Csonka.
In this episode of NBAA’s “Flight Plan,” host Rob Finfrock speaks with:
Alexei Beltyukov, co-founder and CEO of Universal Fuel Technologies
Steve Csonka, executive director of CAAFI
Conor Madigan, founder and CEO of Aether Fuels
The NBAA Flight Plan podcast, which ran from 2009 to 2025, provided an overview of important developments affecting NBAA members, and the association’s work to advocate for their interest. The archive of past episodes will remain available for your enjoyment. Please note that no new episodes will be released.
The National Pause for General Aviation Safety is an industry-wide initiative, supported by NBAA, which encourages pilots and operators to take the time to proactively address complacency, communication breakdowns and other potential issues affecting our industry.
Professional development plays a crucial role in advancing a career in business aviation, but it can be difficult for the industry's young professionals to find the time - and finances - to pursue opportunities for growth. However, there are many paths that can yield a valuable "return on you," that are worth seeking out.
International Business Aviation Council Ltd.