General Electric J73

J73
Cutaway of a J73 at the NMUSAF
Type Turbojet
National origin United States
Manufacturer General Electric
Major applications North American F-86H Sabre
Number built 870
Developed from General Electric J47
Developed into General Electric J79

The General Electric J73 turbojet was developed by General Electric from the earlier J47 engine. Its original USAF designation was J47-21, but with innovative features including variable inlet guide vanes, double-shell (inner and outer) combustor case, and 50% greater airflow was redesignated J73. Its only operational use was in the North American F-86H.

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