For sale is a Fairchild J44 jet engine. I obtained this engine from a former USAF pilot\'s personal collection, and it is thought to be functional. It runs on Jet-A or Kerosene. The bearings seem good, and the shaft spins freely. I have not tested the starter or igniters. It all seems to be there, apart from what needs to be connected to for electrical and fuel supply.This would be a blast to use on an exhibition racecar, experimental aircraft or just to do like some guy on YouTube does firing his J44 up in the driveway of his suburban neighborhood for fun. Maybe just clean it up and hang it in your shop or mancave. Who else do you know with a real jet engine? It\'s quite small and light for a real aircraft jet engine.The tag reads:
Fairchild BUAER Model J44-R-20B Turbojet Engine.
Contract # NOA(S)58-181
Manufacturer\'s # R-E91872
Built by Fairchild Engine & Airplane Corp, Deer Park, NYSome info I found on this engine:In August 1948 the XJ44 made its first run.The first flight was made in mid 1950 when it powered Fairchild\'s Petrel Missile.The J44 engine was mounted on Fairchild C-82 cargo aircraft, then later to each wingtips of the Fairchild C-123B cargo aircraft.Another use of the J44 was one the experimental Bell model 65 VTOL (Vertical Take Off & Landing) Aircraft.Diameter ............................ 0,56 m 2,24 m
Frontal area ........................ 0,25 m²
Weight Dry.......................... 127 kg
Static thrust ....................... 454kg/1000 lbsBuyer makes all shipping arrangements or may pick up in person.Thanks!