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TotalEnergies: A Long Flight in Aviation
Did you know? Most commercial aircraft fly with TotalEnergies products on board. With a long-standing presence in the aviation sector, the Company draws on its activities and on the expertise of its affiliates Saft and Hutchinson to cover a broad range of the air transport value chain. From fuels and lubricants to battery technologies, as well as high-performance materials and solutions, TotalEnergies supports aviation players in improving their operational performance while contributing to their energy transition trajectory.
Infographic illustrating TotalEnergies' contributions to aeronautics on a 3D view of an aircraft. Four areas are highlighted: SAF sustainable fuel (Jet A-1 and biofuel), Hutchinson sealing solutions, Saft batteries found on 80% of commercial aircraft, and Hutchinson thermal, acoustic and fire-resistant insulation materials.
SAF
TotalEnergies produces Jet A-1, the traditional fuel for airliners. The Company also produces Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from used cooking oil, waste and residues. This biofuel is currently produced at the Normandy, La Mède and Antwerp sites, and soon at Grandpuits.
THERMAL AND ACOUSTIC INSULATION AND FIRE RESISTANCE
Hutchinson enhances air safety and comfort by designing high-performance insulation solutions. Work on lightening these solutions helps reduce aircraft energy consumption.
BATTERIES
Over 80% of airliners are equipped with Saft batteries. They are used in emergency power systems, as well as for starting engines and turbines! The use of Saft batteries contributed to the rescue of the Airbus A320, which had lost both its engines and was able to land on the Hudson in 2009.
SEALING
Hutchinson designs and produces sealing solutions that can be found throughout an aircraft. This wide range of seals enhances the durability of the devices, ensuring maximum long-term performance. Some solutions contain over 25% recycled or bio-sourced materials.