Andy Green

Andy Green

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Andy Green is a British Royal Air Force pilot and world-renowned land speed record holder, famous for setting the current record of 763 mph in 1997 at Nevada's Black Rock Desert in the Thrust SSC. He is celebrated for his contributions to the field of high-speed automotive engineering and his adventurous spirit in pushing the boundaries of speed. Green's achievements have made him a significant figure in both aviation and automotive circles, inspiring future generations of racers and engineers.

Born on Nov 17, 1972 (53 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.03%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
451,573
Power
28,649$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 6.00 0.14% +0% 331,002,651 451,573 $21,000,000 28,649$
Totals 1 331,002,651 451,573 $21,000,000 28,649$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Andy Green drove the jet-powered ThrustSSC across Nevada's Black Rock Desert at 763mph, making him the first person to break the sound barrier on land. 9

BBC: British driver who broke sound barrier sets new speed record

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Andy Green is the first and only person to break the sound barrier in a car and is attempting another land speed record in Utah. 9

The Guardian: Driver who broke the sound barrier to attempt another land speed record in Utah | Utah

Taiwan Taiwan: Andy Green is the first and only person to break the sound barrier in a car and is attempting to set a new land speed record with a hydrogen-powered vehicle. 9

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Driver who broke sound barrier looks to do it again