• Cutaway, Turbofan Engine, General Electric CF6-6
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    Type: Turbofan Thrust: 178,000 N (40,000 lb) at 3,810 rpm Compressor: Single-stage fan, single-stage axial low pressure, 16-stage axial high pressure Combustor: Annular Turbine: 2-stage axial high pressure, 5-stage axial low pressure Weight: 3,379 kg (7,450 lb)

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Eric Long

Date Created

11/10/2007

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Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, National Air and Space Museum Original Photography, NASM Acc. 2012-0026

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Aviation; Commercial; Engines; Jets; Propulsion

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