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Porsche Cayenne sets new Guinness World Record, tows largest passenger aircraft Airbus A380

This is not the first time an attempt to pull an aircraft using a car has been made. However, the plane in question here is an Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger aircraft and the car in question is the Porsche Cayenne taking on the ‘heaviest aircraft pull by a production car’ record. The Cayenne S Diesel pulled a 285-tonne Air France Airbus A380, breaking the previous Guinness World Record by 115 tonnes.
This is not the first time an attempt to pull an aircraft using a car has been made. However, the plane in question here is an Airbus A380, the world’s largest passenger aircraft and the car in question is the Porsche Cayenne taking on the ‘heaviest aircraft pull by a production car’ record. The Cayenne S Diesel pulled a 285-tonne Air France Airbus A380, breaking the previous Guinness World Record by 115 tonnes.

The reason why this feat is grabbing eyeballs, besides the fact that the aircraft is 100 times heavier than the car, is that it is a standard Cayenne. No modifications, whatsoever.

The record attempt was thought of by Porsche GB technician Richard Payne. Considering the Cayenne’s engine, gearbox and chassis structure, Payne decided that the car was capable of pulling the weight of an Airbus A380. After a call to Air France, which they presumably took with a warm welcome, the feat was organised for.
The Cayenne’s 385 hp and 850 Nm of torque got to work and towed the aircraft across 42 metres at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris, elevating itself and Richie Payne into the record books. The feat went so well, it was decided that the exercise would be carried out again using a less torquey petrol Cayenne Turbo S

The adjudicator from Guinness World Records, Pravin Patel, had this to say: “I’ve verified some amazing record attempts during my time, but watching a Porsche Cayenne tow one of the largest aircraft in the world definitely ranks as among the most spectacular.

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Courtesy : Financial express

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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.