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[White paper] Operational efficiency: stabilizing fuel economics in a SAF-driven future

Why saving fuel today protects your margins tomorrow

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As the aviation industry moves toward mandatory Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) adoption, airlines face a sharp rise in operating expenses. SAF is critical to achieving net-zero ambitions, yet with costs two to five times higher than traditional Jet-A, it introduces a substantial financial burden.

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The most brilliant move now? Cut fuel consumption today to control SAF-driven costs tomorrow.

This white paper explains how fuel efficiency has evolved from a tactical cost-control measure into a strategic financial shield. Discover how incremental improvements of just 2–5% can unlock millions in annual savings and significantly reduce long-term exposure to the premium cost of SAF.


Fuel efficiency is the cheapest, fastest, and smartest sustainability investment an airline can make, and the sooner you act, the stronger your hedge becomes.


As you explore this white paper, you’ll learn:

  • How fuel volatility and SAF premiums will shape airline economics
  • Why operational efficiency becomes more valuable as SAF share increases
  • Real-world case studies demonstrating measurable results
  • Immediate actions U.S. airlines can take to cut fuel burn today
  • How efficiency initiatives build data infrastructure essential for SAF reporting and compliance
  • CFO-, COO-, and CSO-specific strategic implications

 

Who should read this white paper?

  • CFOs seeking cost stability
  • COOs optimizing operational performance
  • Sustainability leaders planning their net-zero pathway
  • Flight operations teams improving daily efficiency
  • Airline executives preparing their SAF roadmap

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About the author:

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William (Will) Jiménez is Director of Sales, Americas at OpenAirlines, where he helps airlines cut fuel costs and advance sustainability through AI-driven operational efficiency. With over 15 years of experience in aviation technology, spanning pricing, fleet analysis, and large-scale airline data platforms at IATA, IBA, and Infare, he partners with CFOs, COOs, and flight operations leaders to deliver 2–5% fuel-burn reductions, rapid ROI, and long-term SAF readiness.
 

 

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