German airlines have achieved a further reduction in their average kerosene consumption, according to data released Friday by the German Aviation Association (BDL). The BDL, representing a consortium of German air carriers, reported a 2024 average consumption rate of 3.38 liters of kerosene per passenger and 100 kilometers.
This represents a significant decrease from 1990, when the average consumption stood at 6.3 liters – a reduction of 46% overall. Consequently, carbon dioxide emissions per passenger have mirrored this decline.
The ongoing reduction in kerosene demand per passenger is attributed to substantial, multi-billion euro investments in next-generation, energy-efficient aircraft. According to the industry association, replacing older aircraft with newer models can immediately reduce kerosene consumption and CO2 emissions by up to 30%.
Joachim Lang, CEO of the BDL, emphasized that more efficient engines also contribute to a notable reduction in noise pollution, particularly during takeoff and landing, benefiting communities near airports.
