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Air transportation uses the most fuel per passenger mile compared to other modes of transport. Commercial aircraft consume significant amounts of fuel, especially during takeoff and landing phases. Additionally, freight transportation by air is also fuel-intensive due to the high energy requirements for lifting heavy cargo over long distances. While rail and maritime transport are generally more fuel-efficient, the aviation sector remains the largest consumer of fuel in the transportation industry.

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