12 Questions
What proportion of total fuel burn occurs on the ground during a flight?
5 to 10 percent
What is the main challenge in implementing changes to reduce GHG emissions during the cruise phase of flight?
Large geographic scope
What is the primary goal of surface congestion management approaches at airports?
To reduce taxi fuel burn and associated emissions
What is the benefit of single-engine taxi in reducing emissions?
Less engine-on time and lower fuel burn
What is the focus of the AIRE and ASPIRE initiatives?
Reducing fuel burn in all phases of flight
What determines the limit of an airport's capacity?
Weather conditions and demand
Which of the following strategies is NOT listed by ACRP for reducing GHG emissions in airports?
Risk management
What is the primary driver for airlines to reduce fuel burn?
Economic pressures
What is the benefit of contrail avoidance in reducing climate-related emissions?
Lowering emissions through changes to aircraft flight paths
According to Figure 6.17, what is the characteristic of changes to operations in reducing climate emissions?
Relatively small impact reduction potential, but can be implemented quickly
Which of the following organizations is NOT mentioned as providing guidance on reducing GHG emissions?
FAA
What is the key opportunity for reducing climate emissions that can be implemented over the next several decades, according to Figure 6.17?
Various alternatives with varying impact reduction potential and implementation timescales
Learn about the various strategies and methods that airports, airlines, and other stakeholders can implement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This quiz covers topics such as airfield design, energy management, ground transportation, and renewable energy.
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