Boeing ultimately settled on three engines for the 727 as a compromise between its three launch customers: United Airlines ...

If you've flown on a commercial airline, chances are the engines were under the wings. But step in front of most private jets, and you'll notice a big difference. Instead of being slung under the ...

Jet engines are relatively simple in their basic design, but advancements in gas turbine engine technology have mostly done away with the cool-looking bucket-type reverse thrust systems. These thrust ...