What does CDA stand for?

Continuous Descent Approach (aviation)

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Every Continuous Descent Approach (CDA) saves between 150 to 600kg of CO2.

IATA reiterates its environmental commitment even in times of crisis

Under the Continuous Descent Approach (CDA), introduced in 2005, aircraft nolonger descend rapidly and then fly level for several miles on the approach toHeathrow and other major airports, using fuel and power for most of theapproach.

HOW SAFE IS YOUR PLANE?

One of the most popular initiatives with airlines is continuous descent approach, which enables aircraft to burn less fuel by using a smoother landing trajectory.

Pledge to make UK landings and take-offs more fuel efficient

Running in tandem with this strategy, the airport has also introduced a new procedure governing the way in which aircraft make their descent into Newcastle, called Continuous Descent Approach, which came into effect at the end of April this year.

A sound idea; By the time you go to Newcastle International Airport ...

Working with the governments of Dubai, Russia, Iceland, Canada and the US Emirates is seeking optimal routings for the aircraft and a possible continuous descent approach to minimize fuel burn.

United Arab Emirates : Emirates readies for fuel savings on 777 San ...

The plan will implement Continuous Descent Approach (CDA) at up to 100 airports across Europe by the end of 2013.

Travel Environment Watch

Continuous descent approach is an alternative to the normal aviation practice of stepping down altitudes as you approach an airport for landing.

Aggressive Initiatives Save Fuel at UPS Airlines; Conservation ...