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The Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet has completed its operational demonstrations in India.

#Boeing’s F/A-18 Super Hornet successfully concluded operational demonstration tests at Indian Naval Station Hansa in Goa, India, demonstrating the Super Hornet’s ability to fly off Indian Navy carriers effectively and safely. #India

GOA, India, 20 July 2022 — Boeing’s [NYSE: BA] F/A-18 Super Hornet successfully concluded operational demonstration tests at Indian Naval Station Hansa in Goa, India, demonstrating the Super Hornet’s ability to fly off Indian Navy carriers effectively and safely.

Two United States Navy F/A-18E Super Hornets executed repeated ski-jumps, roll-in and fly-in arrestments, as well as performance flights in a variety of weights in air-to-air, air-to-ground, and air-to-surface configurations, in order to meet Indian Navy test criteria.

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“The Boeing team was honoured to demonstrate the F/A-18 Super Hornet‘s compatibility with Indian carriers in Goa,” said Alain Garcia, vice president of Boeing Defense, Space & Security and Boeing Global Services. “As the world’s most sophisticated frontline multi-role naval fighter, the F/A-18 Super Hornet is one of the most proven and affordable multi-role fighters, and it continues to progress with the development of the next-generation Block III capability, which will be game-changing for India.”

“With the Super Hornet Block III, the Indian Navy would not only receive the most sophisticated platform, but would also benefit from the tactics, upgrades, and knowledge connected to the naval aviation ecosystem that the United States Navy provides,” he added.

The tests came after eight ski-jump tests in various weights and configurations at Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River in Maryland in late 2020, which demonstrated the Super Hornet’s ability to operate off a short takeoff but arrested recovery (STOBAR) aircraft carrier.

More on how the F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet is a game changer for the Indian Navy can be found here.

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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.