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Turbofan
A type of jet engine that uses a large fan at the front to draw in air, with some air bypassing the core engine to provide additional thrust. This design makes them more fuel-efficient and quieter than older jet engines.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
A type of jet engine characterized by a large fan at the front that bypasses a significant portion of incoming air around the core engine, generating thrust from both the fan (bypass air) and the exhaust jet, offering higher fuel efficiency and lower noise than turbojets.
BACKGROUND
The British Aerospace 146 is a short-haul and regional airliner that was manufactured in the United Kingdom by British Aerospace, later part of BAE Systems. Production ran from 1983 until 2001. Production figures include the Avro RJ, an improved version from Avro International Aerospace, a subsidiary of BAE Systems. Production for the Avro RJ version began in 1992. The Avro RJX, a further-improved version with new engines, was announced in 1997, but only two prototypes and one production aircraft were built before all production ceased in 2001. With 387 aircraft produced, the Avro RJ/BAe 146 is the most successful British civil jet airliner programme.
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- Bypass jet
- fanjet
- high-bypass engine
- low-bypass engine
USAGE NOTE
Most modern commercial airliners are powered by turbofan engines due to their efficiency.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Turbofan.
A world-leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. They develop and manufacture a wide range of turbofan engines, including the GE9X, LEAP, and F414.
A global power systems company that designs, manufactures, and services integrated power systems for aerospace. They are a leading producer of turbofan engines for large commercial aircraft (e.g., Trent series) and business jets, as well as military applications.
A subsidiary of RTX Corporation, Pratt & Whitney is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. They are renowned for their PurePower Geared Turbofan (GTF) engines and military turbofans.
A French aerospace engine manufacturer, part of the Safran group. They develop and produce engines for commercial and military aircraft, including turbofans. Safran is a 50/50 partner with GE in CFM International, which produces the widely used LEAP and CFM56 turbofan engines.
Provides aircraft engines, including turbofan engines for business jets and regional aircraft, and auxiliary power units (APUs) that utilize turbofan-like technology, along with various other aerospace products and services.
Germany's leading engine manufacturer, developing, manufacturing, and servicing civil and military aircraft engines and industrial gas turbines. They are a key partner in many turbofan engine programs with major global players, contributing significantly to engine components and modules.
A Japanese heavy industry manufacturer involved in the development and production of turbojet and turbofan aircraft engines for both military and commercial applications, as well as engine components and parts for other major engine makers.