Turbomeca Aspin
| Industry | Aerospace |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1938 |
| Headquarters | France |
| Products | Aircraft engines |
The Turbomeca Aspin represents a compact French turbofan engine developed by Turbomeca during the early 1950s. Notably, this geared turbofan configuration was the pioneering turbofan to achieve flight, powering the Fouga Gemeaux experimental aircraft on January 2, 1952.
Variants
- Aspin I
- Produced thrust of 200 kg (440 lb)
- Aspin II
- Delivered thrust of 350 kg (770 lb)
Applications
Specifications (Aspin II)
See also
References
- Notes
- Bibliography
- Gunston, Bill. World Encyclopedia of Aero Engines. Cambridge, England. Patrick Stephens Limited, 1989. ISBN 1-85260-163-9
- Wilkinson, Paul H. Aircraft engines of the World 1953. London, England. Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons Limited. 1953.