Short-haul flights are the first target for sustainable aviation — but aerospace experts say banning them probably won't make the difference

• Regulators want to slash the number of short-haul flights to reduce aviation's carbon emissions.
• But experts told BI recent regulations might only have a small impact on reducing emissions.
• Shifting to greener fuels and enhancing green tech are essential for cleaner air travel.
• This article is part of "Future of Sustainable Aerospace," a series exploring the industry's green trends. 

To reduce carbon emissions and boost sustainability in the aviation industry, some governments and air-travel regulators are looking to ban or severely limit the number of short-haul flights.