AI-Powered Sustainability in Airline Operations

The global aviation industry is under more pressure than ever to reduce carbon emissions because of stricter climate rules, higher fuel prices, and an increasing demand for eco-friendly travel options. AI provides innovative solutions that make operations more efficient and less harmful to the environment. This study looks at how AI tools, such as predicting when equipment needs fixing, planning the most efficient flight routes, and estimating passenger numbers, help airlines become more sustainable. It also examines how AI connects with environmental goals through the shift to digital technologies, showing how it helps reduce emissions and fits with international rules such as CORSIA and the EU ETS. The paper also looks at the difficulties in implementing AI, the systems in place to manage it, and the policies that help or hinder its use in both developed and growing markets. By seeing digital sustainability as a key part of their strategy, airlines can accelerate their path to becoming carbon neutral while also making their businesses stronger and more valuable in the long run.