Cathay Pacific and Google will expand their artificial intelligence trials starting September 2026 to reduce aircraft contrails, which contribute to climate warming. The collaboration aims to apply AI technology more broadly in optimizing flight operations to lower the formation of persistent contrails.
The trials focus on using advanced AI models to improve flight planning and routing with the goal of minimizing contrail generation during flights. This initiative builds on prior tests and seeks measurable environmental benefits by addressing the climate impact of aircraft contrails.
