EasyJet's Innovative Move: Removing Paint to Cut Emissions and Save Fuel
EasyJet is trialing a new lightweight paint system developed by Mankiewicz Aviation Coatings to reduce aircraft weight and improve fuel efficiency. This innovative paint decreases each aircraft's weight by 27 kilograms, leading to significant fuel savings and lower carbon emissions. 
The airline has already applied this paint to 38 aircraft and plans to implement it across its entire fleet by 2030. Once fully adopted, EasyJet anticipates annual savings of approximately 1,296 tonnes of fuel and a reduction of 4,095 tonnes in CO2 emissions. 
This initiative is part of EasyJet's broader sustainability strategy, which includes fleet renewal, operational efficiencies, and airspace modernization. The airline aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with an interim target of reducing carbon emissions intensity by 35% by 2035. 
In addition to the lightweight paint, EasyJet has implemented other measures to enhance fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. For instance, the airline has installed Descent Profile Optimization (DPO) technology across its fleet, enabling more efficient flight descents and saving an estimated 88,600 tonnes of CO2 annually. 
These efforts underscore EasyJet's commitment to minimizing the environmental impact of air travel while maintaining affordable services for passengers.