AI initiates steps to improve fuel operational efficiency

Chennai: Aviation service provider Air India has chalked out a major initiative to increase its operational efficiency to overcome the "alarming situation" arising out of the unprecedented increase in the price of fuel in recent months.
Air India had recently invited the international airport transport association's green team to undertake a fuel efficiency gap analysis (FEGA) of the airline's operations, related to emissions reduction and fuel efficiency, where it was predicted to have potential to save USD 198 million per year for the airline, if certain changes were introduced.
Air India Managing Director Raghu Menon has, based on the recommendations of the IATA, constituted a steering committee to look into all matters of operational efficiency, fuel management and cost reduction.
Sub-committees have also been formed to ensure implementation of all projects determined by the steering committee and help in introduction of new processes and procedures, an AI press release said.
24/09/08 PTI/Economic Times

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