The Royal Aeronautical Society commissioned Ipsos UK to carry out a survey of over 2000 UK adults aged 16-75, asking questions relating to the impacts of decarbonising aviation. The survey yielded insights into how the public perceive the probable paths to achieving Net Zero in aviation, and their impact on the flying customer. The report highlights key findings around how the public feels about decarbonising aviation. 

Dr Naomi Allen CEng MRAeS, Head of Research said: “This research has helped our understanding as to what the public thinks about some of the fuels, technologies and operational measures that may be introduced in the coming decades to achieve sustainable aviation. The insights will be invaluable in improving our understanding of what the public will deem acceptable, and how to communicate our aviation net zero goals more clearly.” 

RAeS Chief Executive, David Edwards said: “Decarbonisation is a high priority for the sector, and many of those employed in aerospace are working directly or indirectly towards this goal. Developing our understanding around airline passengers’ behaviour in this area will support our efforts for sustainable aviation. This report provides a benchmark of current thinking and aid future planning efforts around decarbonisation.”

The full report can be found here:  https://www.aerosociety.com/media/26178/public-attitudes-to-the-decarbonisation-of-aviation.pdf

About the Royal Aeronautical Society 

The Society is the only global organisation serving the entire aviation and aerospace community as both a learned society and a professional engineering institution. As such, the RAeS is independent, evidence-based and authoritative, relying on a body of knowledge going back more than 150 years. We play a leading role in influencing opinion on aviation and aerospace matters through various means including our publications, social media profile, interaction with Government and an extensive events programme.