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Cathay Pacific, Google Expand AI Trials to Cut Aircraft Contrails

Cathay Pacific, Google Expand AI Trials to Reduce Aircraft Contrails
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Cathay Pacific and Google announced on September 7, 2026, that they are broadening their artificial intelligence trials focused on minimizing aircraft contrails. The expansion of the project will begin in September 2026, continuing the collaboration between the airline and the technology company.

These AI trials are designed to reduce the formation of contrails during flights, which are known to contribute to climate warming. The initiative is part of efforts to apply climate technology to lower the environmental impact of aviation.