Aircraft Turbofan Engine Trainer

Overview

This is a runnable low-bypass turbofan engine mounted on a mobile test stand with anchoring points. The engine is operated via a control console and instruments panel.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Fan/Compressor Stages	1/8
Core/Power Turbine Stages	2/1
Max Diameter	33 inches
Length	75.5 inches
Dry Weight	725–737 lbs
Specific Fuel Consumption	0.643–0.652 at maximum power
Max Power at Sea Level	4,200–4,500 lbs thrust
Bypass Ratio	2.0
Instrument Panel	Oil temperature, oil pressure, fuel quantity, fuel flow, fuel pressure, engine RPM (N1), fan RPM (N2), exhaust gas temperature
Control Panel	Connected via 20-foot umbilical cord for safe remote operation
Documentation	User's manual, students' manual, instructor's teaching resource kit, illustrated parts catalog
Demonstrations	Normal engine operation, abnormal conditions during start/run-up/shutdown, engine bleed air effects, engine parameter signals
Student Tasks	300 and 600 hour inspections, post-inspection run-up, indication and control troubleshooting, emergency recovery and shutdown, fuel control adjustment and rigging
Optional	Data acquisition system for real-time engine parameter recording and graphical/tabulated analysis