NEW DELHI: In a significant move, the use of indigenously produced bio-fuel for military aircraft has been cleared after months of exhaustive ground and flight trials, officials said on Thursday.
The Indian Air Force is expected to use bio fuel for its transport fleet and helicopters following the clearance given by the Centre for Military Airworthiness and Certification (CEMILAC).
“The indigenously produced bio-fuel has been finally cleared for use by the premier airworthiness certification agency of the country,” a senior defence ministry official said.
An IAF official said the approval will enable the force to fulfil its commitment to fly the maiden IAF An-32 aircraft on January 26 with a blend of bio-jet fuel.
The clearance is a major step for continued testing and eventual full certification of the bio-jet fuel for use on a commercial scale by civil aircraft, he said. (AGENCIES)
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