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EPISODE · May 9, 2026 · 3 MIN

War with Iran has aviation costs sky high. Are there alternatives to jet fuel?

from All Things Considered · host Henry Larson

As the blockade of the Straight of Hormuz has sent jet fuel costs and airplane seat prices soaring. NPR's Emily Kwong looks at the viability of alternatives such as sustainable aviation fuel.

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