Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles, a major hub for private aircraft, is not only a busy location for celebrity jets but also ranks as the third most polluting private airport globally. Recent data reveals a rise in private jet usage, contributing to 19.5 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions in 2023 alone, a 25% increase over the last decade. The carbon footprint of private jets is considerable, with one jet equating to the annual emissions of 177 cars. Collectively, private flights now emit more greenhouse gases than all departures from London's Heathrow Airport.
Private jets have a substantial carbon footprint—one jet emits as much greenhouse gas per year as 177 cars, and their usage has increased significantly over the last decade.
In 2023, private jets are responsible for more greenhouse gases than all flights from Heathrow, showcasing their considerable impact on global aviation emissions.
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