Aerospace

Nigeria Would Consider China’s C919

Nigeria will explore purchasing China’s recently certified C919 passenger jet as it expands the country’s nascent airline Nigeria Air

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According to aviation minister Hadi Sirika, Nigeria will explore purchasing China’s recently certified C919 passenger jet as it expands the country’s nascent airline Nigeria Air to 30 aircraft by about 2025. Reuters reported

A combination of Airbus (AIR.PA) and Boeing (BA.N) aircraft will be used by the new airline, according to Sirika, who also noted that the company is open to considering the Chinese narrowbody jet, which Chinese regulators approved on Friday.

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According to the official Xinhua News Agency, the first C919 aircraft, which is intended to compete with well-liked single-aisle versions produced by Airbus and Boeing, will be delivered by the end of the year.

Although the timing of the plane’s certification by the US or EU, which would enable sales in the majority of overseas markets, is still unknown, industry analysts estimate that it will take China up to ten years to seriously challenge the current Boeing-Airbus monopoly.

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Aerospace

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.