http://www.stevefossett.com/
The target for Fossett’s newest challenge is, of course, the current record of 763 mph set in 1997 by Britain's Andy Green driving the twin-turbojet powered Thrust SSC.
Fossett’s dart-like vehicle is 47 feet long and weighs 9,000 lbs – looking much like a single-seat jet fighter without its wings. Power is from a single, after-burning J-79 turbojet developing 22,650 lbs of thrust (45,200 hp) formerly fitted to a USAF F-4 Phantom fighter-bomber. The car was originally designed and built by five-time land speed record-holder Craig Breedlove for an unsuccessful 1996/97 LSR campaign, and is currently undergoing chassis modifications and aerodynamic development under Fossett's team, led by project director and aerodynamicist Eric Ahlstrom.
The Reno, Nevada-based program will see the car ready for the 2007 LSR season, with record attempts planned on a Nevada dry lake next July through October.
STEVE FOSSETT TO ATTACK LAND SPEED RECORD 2007 Target 800mph
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gazza414 wrote:yer we need some competition around here...200mph cars are just so boring
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...............getcha hands dirty Gaz!
Struth , I think I'm in for it now
...few understand what I'm trying to do , but they vastly outnumber those who understand why..
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Reverend Hedgash wrote:I would much rather the man set some records at helping others in the world, rather than himself.
It is just so uninspiring... yawn.
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...............come 'round and help me finish the 'tank.
...few understand what I'm trying to do , but they vastly outnumber those who understand why..
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Reverend Hedgash wrote:Why aren't you at work paying for that motor!???
er, what job
um ,yeah .......slight problem there Slumshine.In the short term I'm gonna be on this site bothering people ....and no it wasn't the nurses fault ...few understand what I'm trying to do , but they vastly outnumber those who understand why..
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actually ,I was given an offer I couldn't refuse If I'm gonna work for a trannie it might as well be one that can dance.. 
If I'm gonna work for a trannie it might as well be one that can dance.. ...few understand what I'm trying to do , but they vastly outnumber those who understand why..
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Dr Goggles wrote:actually ,I was given an offer I couldn't refuse
Talk about getting off topic!!!
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Sorry Borry , It's just that it wouldn't seem approp' to have a direct crack at Mr Fossett ( he's a record settin' dude)because short of some catastrophic accident ,if it's possible he'll spend whatever it takes to achieve the record......so I was just sort of you know standing right next to him and pretending to ignore the significance of the event.....
Steve Fosset wrote:
"My objective is to push this record to 800 mph - and beyond. We certainly don't underestimate the challenges involved. Thrust SSC's achievement is very impressive. Stability and balanced aerodynamics will be key. At transonic speeds the forces acting on even a large aircraft are substantial. Imagine those same forces on a relatively small vehicle traveling only inches above the desert floor. We have set out a progressive series of test milestones, and we will gather and evaluate data as we build up speed gradually. We are prepared to carry on beyond 2007 as well."
I read that and at that moment my attention was drawn to a brown paper bag of bat-shit sitting here on the desk.......He thinks he's Jesus but compared to the real greats he's more like Jim Bakker.
Steve Fosset wrote:
"My objective is to push this record to 800 mph - and beyond. We certainly don't underestimate the challenges involved. Thrust SSC's achievement is very impressive. Stability and balanced aerodynamics will be key. At transonic speeds the forces acting on even a large aircraft are substantial. Imagine those same forces on a relatively small vehicle traveling only inches above the desert floor. We have set out a progressive series of test milestones, and we will gather and evaluate data as we build up speed gradually. We are prepared to carry on beyond 2007 as well."
I read that and at that moment my attention was drawn to a brown paper bag of bat-shit sitting here on the desk.......He thinks he's Jesus but compared to the real greats he's more like Jim Bakker.
...few understand what I'm trying to do , but they vastly outnumber those who understand why..
Well Doc, Steve Fossett has achieved pretty much every record he set out to achieve. I was particularly interested in his attempt at the gliding absolute altitude record, which he got. You have to wonder though, whether he's driven by a passion for self-improvement or a neurotic need to keep on proving himself?