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Why Do Some Turbofan Engines Use Gearboxes? A Model Collector’s Guide

Why Do Some Turbofan Engines Use Gearboxes? A M...

Understand fan-drive gearing, distinguish it from accessory drive and explore what an engine model can genuinely demonstrate.

Why Do Some Turbofan Engines Use Gearboxes? A M...

Understand fan-drive gearing, distinguish it from accessory drive and explore what an engine model can genuinely demonstrate.

Turbofan Engine vs Turbojet: The Boeing 707 Story Behind an Engine Collection

Turbofan Engine vs Turbojet: The Boeing 707 Sto...

Follow the Boeing 707 transition from JT3C turbojets to JT3D turbofans, and give a modern engine collection historical context.

Turbofan Engine vs Turbojet: The Boeing 707 Sto...

Follow the Boeing 707 transition from JT3C turbojets to JT3D turbofans, and give a modern engine collection historical context.

Turbofan Engine Models and Airport Sounds: What Are You Actually Hearing?

Turbofan Engine Models and Airport Sounds: What...

Explore fan tones, rushing jet noise and recording conditions, then use an engine model as a starting point for an aviation listening hobby.

Turbofan Engine Models and Airport Sounds: What...

Explore fan tones, rushing jet noise and recording conditions, then use an engine model as a starting point for an aviation listening hobby.

Choosing a Turbofan Engine Model: DM122, J-35-Inspired or Opening Nacelle?

Choosing a Turbofan Engine Model: DM122, J-35-I...

Compare the actual DM122, J-35-inspired and opening-nacelle turbofan models by size, material, interaction and the space where you will use them.

Choosing a Turbofan Engine Model: DM122, J-35-I...

Compare the actual DM122, J-35-inspired and opening-nacelle turbofan models by size, material, interaction and the space where you will use them.