Lighter and quieter airplanes for fuel efficient flying

Ian Andrew

Updated On August 8, 2016

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When a 747 is in flight, it burns 1 gallon of fuel every second, which is why it’s important to develop airplane technology which would make them lighter, and therefore more fuel efficient.

To solve this problem, GE has developed a new airplane motor, the GEnx, which will make for much lighter and quieter airplanes. Watch the introduction video below to find out why the GEnx motor will have a huge impact on the amount of fuel required to fly a commercial airplane.

Ian Andrew

As the Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of Greener Ideal, Ian has been a driving force in environmental journalism and sustainable lifestyle advocacy since 2008. With over a decade of dedicated involvement in environmental matters, Ian has established himself as a respected expert in the field. Under his leadership, Greener Ideal has consistently delivered independent news and insightful content that empowers readers to engage with and understand pressing environmental issues.

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