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Sikorsky Delivers S-92® Helicopter To Korea Coast Guard

#Sikorsky Delivers S-92® Helicopter To Korea Coast Guard

On September 30, the third S-92® search and rescue helicopter that Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, had produced, was handed over to the Korean Coast Guard. The Korea Coast Guard’s S-92 fleet has grown, enhancing its ability to conduct operations for the maritime security, safety, and lifesaving of the Korean people.

According to Mr. Han Sangchul, Senior Superintendent and Final Acceptance Test Inspection Team Lead for the Korean Coast Guard, “Our cherished cooperation with Sikorsky dates back over ten years. We anticipate sustained success as we expand our fleet of S-92 search and rescue aircraft.

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Since 2014, the Korea Coast Guard has executed 195 rescue missions and logged more than 2,700 airplane hours. Recently, the S-92 helicopter fleet worldwide completed 2 million flying hours in a range of operations including VIP transportation, oil, and gas transportation, and search and rescue in 28 different nations.

With plans to deliver its fourth S-92 aircraft in the next year, Sikorsky continues to proudly support the fleet of the Korea Coast Guard. The S-92® helicopter sets the standard for reliability and safety in the industry with more than 2 million fleet flight hours and about 95% availability. A number of tasks are carried out by the S-92 helicopter, such as airline, search-and-rescue, and offshore oil transfer.

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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.