SAS selects ClearPath flight optimization service from AVTECH for increased flight efficiency and reduced emissions from every flight

AVTECH Sweden AB (publ) and SAS Scandinavian Airlines System Denmark-Norway-Sweden have today entered into a 2-year agreement for AVTECHs ClearPath service, with an expected start date in January 2024 and an expected total value in the range of 5.0 to 6.5 MSEK dependent on the number of SAS group aircraft and flights operating with the service.

The ClearPath flight optimization service, based on state-of-the-art high-resolution aviation weather forecasting from the Met Office, provides precise and tailored tactical decision support for SAS pilots to improve the efficiency of each individual flight. By providing its flight crews with up-to-date guidance on the most efficient flight altitudes, SAS can take maximum advantage of prevailing winds and temperatures to reduce its overall carbon emissions. In addition, ClearPath also warns of turbulence along the flight path which increases the comfort for all passengers travelling with SAS.

With the ClearPath service, SAS is estimated to be able to reduce its carbon dioxide emissions by 6,000 tons per year, which is equivalent to the annual emissions of 1,626 Swedes.

“SAS is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with AVTECH, integrating ClearPath into our flight operations. The aviation industry is committed to the net-zero carbon emission goal by 2050. The ClearPath solution with UK Met Office high resolution weather forecast will support SAS pilots to optimize their flight path and consequently reduce carbon emissions. We chose AVTECH ClearPath due its ability to create real value and pilot engagement. Pilots appreciate its simplicity and intuitive interface. We look forward to collaborating with AVTECH to move us towards our common sustainable future.”, says captain Svein Erik Jackwitz, SAS Flight operations and Fuel Efficiency.

“We are very happy to welcome SAS onboard as a customer and look forward to taking an active part in SAS journey to become a more sustainable airline. It's also especially great that SAS, as an airline with roots in Scandinavia, has chosen a Swedish flight optimization service”, says David Rytter, AVTECHs CEO.