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About Us

We bring together airlines, innovators, and industry leaders to support efforts to reduce aviation’s environmental impact. Through collaboration, transparency, and shared learning, we create space to explore new approaches and exchange practical insights. Join us as we work together to support progress across the industry.
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What We Stand For
Our mission

The Aviation Challenge accelerates progress toward a sustainable, future-ready aviation industry.Through collaborative, solutions-driven competition, we empower bold thinkers to turn ambition into action—reducing environmental impact, strengthening resilience, and connecting the world more responsibly.We are:1. An accelerator – We help airlines align internally, push boundaries, and gain recognition by turning ambition into action through innovation.2. A knowledge hub – We unite changemakers, experts, and partners in a space grounded in science, insights, and openness to learn from one another.3. A community – We’ve built a global network of like-minded pioneers, offering real opportunities to connect, share, and shape the future of flight—together.This is how we move the industry forward—with purpose, partnership, and a commitment to leaving a lighter footprint for generations to come.

Vision

A global aviation community united in innovation, accountability, and shared purpose.We envision an industry where sustainability is not a side initiative, but a core driver of progress—powered by practical solutions, cross-sector collaboration, and a commitment to future generations.

Brand Values
Action with Purpose

We champion practical, scalable solutions that move beyond intention and into implementation.

Collaboration Over Competition

We believe the biggest breakthroughs happen when ideas are shared, not siloed.

Transparency and Accountability

We hold ourselves and our community to high standards, guided by data, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Creativity and Bold Thinking

We champion practical, scalable solutions that move beyond intention and into implementation.

Inclusive Impact

We believe the biggest breakthroughs happen when ideas are shared, not siloed.

We Have Fun

We hold ourselves and our community to high standards, guided by data, integrity, and continuous improvement.

History of TAC
1934
Greatest Air Race

The concept for this challenge was inspired by the 1934 'Greatest Air Race' from London to Melbourne, where pioneering aviators demonstrated the feasibility of long-distance commercial flights.​

2021
KLM's Bold Moves

The Aviation Challenge was the brainchild of a group of KLM employees called the Bold Moves who, in a quest for ambitious new ways to make flying more sustainable

2022
Launch of TAC

16 airlines participated with 22 flights​. SkyTeam only​. Focus on reducing CO2 emissions and generation of shared innovative solutions

2023
Expansion of TAC

22 global airlines participated with 72 flights ​ Included additional 'friends and family' airlines​ Airlines collectively 20% better than the industry (excluding the effect of SAF)​

2024
Adoption of TAC

In TSFC 2024, we will measure and award progress rather than efforts on a single flight ​ Inviting airlines outside of SkyTeam (non-alliance)​ Focus on progress and adoption to accelerate sustainable aviation​

2025
Impact

The Impact theme focuses on the tangible and measurable outcomes of environmental sustainability initiatives and solutions within the industry. It highlights achievements in reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and managing waste effectively.

Previous Editions of TAC
The third and largest edition of TAC to-date brought together 24 participating airlines, including two airlines from outside the SkyTeam alliance for the first time ever. These airlines operated a combined 33 showcase flights to test and demonstrate innovative solutions that help enable sustainability progress.
More airlines, more flights, more innovations to help make flying greener. The TAC 2023 challenge was scheduled between 15 May – 28 May 2023 in which 22 participating airlines implemented their most sustainable solutions and competed for awards in 31 categories.
The Aviation Challenge 2022 focused both on the impact and contribution solutions. This year’s challenge delivered notable CO₂ reductions through operational improvements, advanced aircraft, and sustainable fuel. CO₂ intensity was 15% lower than our own baselines and 32.7% below the industry average, with 64% of flights using next-generation aircraft. Despite a 20.6% increase in RTK production, total CO₂ emissions per flight dropped by 4.4%. These results highlight our commitment to more efficient, sustainable air travel, setting the stage for continued progress in future editions.
Our Team
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