Boeing's Biofuel-Powered Hydroplane

Boeing is racing a hydroplane that uses a 50/50 blend of sustainable biofuel and jet fuel.

Jan 20, 2010

Boeing is racing a hydroplane that uses a 50/50 blend of sustainable biofuel and jet fuel.

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