This website uses cookies
More information
The monthly news publication for aviation professionals.

Why visit ACE ’25?

Related background information from the Handbook...
The monthly news publication for aviation professionals.

Request your printed copy

EBAA urges members to reach for the S.T.A.R.S.
The launch of Tier 1 opens up official registration, allowing companies to fully embrace environmental and social responsibility without compromising the profitability of their business operations.
EBAA sustainability & future workforce manager Maureen Gautier; FlyingGroup commercial executive & sustainability officer Sus Dierckx; The Air Law Firm associate Emilio Huelga; Cat Aviation first officer Patrick Müry; and EBAA chairman Juergen Wiese.
Read this story in our June 2024 printed issue.

The EBAA has formally launched Tier I of the Standards & Training for Aviation Responsibility and Sustainability (S.T.A.R.S.) programme at the 2024 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition, a stepping stone, it says, in business aviation's sustainable future.

S.T.A.R.S. represents a groundbreaking initiative offering a holistic framework for organisations to develop and seamlessly integrate environmental and social strategies. By aligning with both the Business Aviation Commitment on Climate Change (BACCC) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, S.T.A.R.S. propels business aviation companies towards a brighter, more responsible future.

Maureen Gautier, EBAA sustainability and future workforce manager, says: "With S.T.A.R.S., together with our successful trial partners, we have laid down a strong foundation for sustainable practices in our industry. The official launch of Tier 1 opened up the programme for official registration, allowing business aviation companies to fully embrace environmental and social responsibility without compromising the profitability of their business operations."

Holger Krahmer, EBAA secretary general, adds: "EBAA launched S.T.A.R.S. to demonstrate that business aviation is not just committed to sustainability, but it aims to lead in this process through concrete and measurable actions. This ambitious programme aims to position business aviation as a leader in achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 while also addressing essential social aspects of sustainability."

Tier 1 of S.T.A.R.S. involves self-measurement and writing a policy for continuous progress towards environmental and social sustainability goals. Policies should address areas such as greenhouse gas emissions reporting, waste and water usage, non-discrimination, inclusiveness, a new code of conduct, and data privacy and security. Tiers 2 and 3 are the implementation stages. They are modelled to be compliant with global international standards.

Other News
 
SAF to be available at NBAA-BACE local airports
September 30, 2024
The availability of SAF as part of NBAA-BACE reflects the show's broader sustainability focus. It will be available from Henderson Executive, North Las Vegas and Harry Reid International airport FBOs.
NBAA-BACE introduces interactive discussion sessions
September 18, 2024
The new NBAA-BACE Flight Deck will put a spotlight on the intersection of leadership, technology and the operating environment. Sessions are designed to inform, inspire and engage through idea sharing.
EBAA manifesto urges support from policy makers
September 12, 2024
NBAA-BACE offers safety sessions for small operators
August 25, 2024
The Small Operator Symposium is intended to energise those who run smaller flight departments and provide them with tools they can take home and put into practice immediately.
EBAA to produce future editions of EBACE
August 19, 2024