How Frank Whittle's Jet Engine Evolved Aircraft Development | The Amazing World of Aviation | Spark
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Frank Whittle invented the turbojet engine in 1937.
the comet made its debut on a journey from London Airport to Johannesburg
the comet had made the 6,000 M journey in 23 hours and 40 minutes
the comet setback had been a lucky break for the American aviation industry
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Frank Whittle invented the turbojet engine in 1937. In the post-war years jet engines would become the next step in aircraft development. This impact would be felt across all sectors of aviation, from commercial to military, and would play a big part in furthering flying technology to unthinkable new heights. --- Subscribe to Spark for more amazing science, tech & engineering videos: https://goo.gl/LIrlur 🚀 Join the Spark Channel Membership to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMV3aTOwUtG5vwfH9_rzb2w/join Find us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SparkDocs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spark_channel/ Any queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #Spark