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The amount of fuel a jet uses during takeoff depends on the type of aircraft, how full it is and the weather conditions. On average, a passenger jet burns about 910 lbs. of fuel, or 136 gallons, during its takeoff and climb, and a similar amount during its descent and landing.
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Go Green Travel: Why Nonstop Flights Are Better for the Environment
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