Flying Magazine features a story on the fuel efficiency of airplanes and what factors affect how much pilots pay for fuel.What is the most efficient aircraft? According to the article, there is no one single answer. It depends on the aircraft you are flying and what your mission is.
The aviation industry uses a metric called specific range to determine how fuel efficiency. The skill of a pilot can make a difference. Advances in technology in both engines and aerodynamics are helplng as well.
Source: Flying Magazine
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