History of Jet Engine, The Amazing World Of Aviation, Episode 6

Episode 6 In 1966, British aviation expert Sir Frank Whittle was honored for his services to the aviation industry. Twentyfive years earlier, the aeronautical engineer had invented the jet engine, and ushered in a new era of air travel. On May the 15th, 1941, the first experimental flight using Whittle s engine took off over Cranwell, England and flew for 17 minutes, at a top speed of 545km per hour. Thanks to Whittle and others like him, it didn t take long for jet engines to become the standard longrange transportation We are adding Information with More series regularly. Subscribe us to stay updated.