Originally Posted by
rickair7777
Unfortunately, there are no alternative fuels for airliners...the problem is not engines...turbine engines will run on anything that burns (liquid or solid)...The problem for airplanes is fuel handling and storage......The only practical alternative is artificial kerosene, which is technically feasible but expensive. .
I disagree. You can produce 42 gallons of jet fuel with $10 in coal. It's extremely cost effective. Furthermore, while normal fuel has a shelf life of 3-4 months this fuel has a shelf life of 8 years.