The Unsustainable Reality of Short Flights Short flights have become an integral part of modern travel, connecting cities and towns worldwide in mere hours.
However, this convenience comes at a steep environmental cost: greenhouse gas emissions from short haul flights are on the rise, contributing to climate change and air pollution.
Understanding the Impact of Short Flights on Sustainability Short flights account for approximately 10% of all global aviation emissions, but their impact is disproportionate due to the high number of takeoffs and landings required.