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easyJet pilot asks 20 passengers to get off due to overweight and short runway

Easyjet asked passengers to get off the plane as it was too heavy for take-off

20 passengers were asked to leave the airplane by the captain of #easyJet since it was overweight and could not take off from Lanzarote because of the wind and warm weather. The Lanzarote-Liverpool flight was delayed by roughly two hours.

Plots say That heavy aircraft combined with a fairly short runway here in Lanzarote. and some winds that aren’t completely favorable at the moment. mean that with the current environmental conditions here in Lanzarote. the aircraft is too heavy at the moment to depart. now I have been sitting with Tom senior first officer in the flight deck. We are experienced with this We have done this before. but we have been doing our very best to make an attempt as safely.

#easyJet's Captain asked 20 passengers to leave the aircraft because it was overweight and wouldn't be able to takeoff from #Lanzarote due to wind and warm weather. The flight from Lanzarote to #Liverpool was delayed by about 2 hours.

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Obiulsy safe to be on the no 1 priority safely as possible. and there is no way with the current wind conditions. the environmental conditions here in Lanzarote. Uh that we can make this aircraft get airborne at the moment. As I say a combination of factors. it’s very hot it doesn’t help. the wind is fantastic the direction is not great. that is not helping either. now you might be wondering what’s next, and that’s what I’ve come here to say, I’ve spoken to our operations team at easy jet. Of course, the one way to solve a problem with a heavy aircraft is to make it slightly lighter.

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if possible I’d like to ask for up to 20 volunteers to choose not to fly to Liverpool tonight if anybody does want to do that if anybody does want to volunteer there will be of course an incentive for you to do that I know something that will be able to let you know about the current uh number that we’ve been approached by easy jet is that there are ways to offer up to 500 Euros, per passengers that are willing to not fly tonight. I appreciate you may on lots of questions but that’s it for now.

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The wind and warm weather at the runway can sometimes make it difficult for airplanes to take off, causing the runway to roll more violently. and another airplane may have difficulty taking off if it is carrying a heavier payload. It’s a brilliant strategy to encourage passengers to leave the aircraft rather than jeopardize numerous lives inside.

Well, some passengers appreciated suggestions, and others asked why they shouldn’t unload bags rather than passengers. The 19 passengers getting off the plane have been the subject of reports so far.

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Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission

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Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.

This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.

The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.

“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”

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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.

The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.