J79

Ol' Smokey

MILITARY JET ENGINES

3/9/20251 min read

Engine: J79

Power: 11,870 to 17,900 Pounds Of Thrust

First Introduced: 1955

Aircraft Designed for: F-4, F-104, B-58

Manufacturer: General Electric

Cost: $600,000+

Personal Ratings

Iconic: 10/10

Power:7/10

Sound:11/10 (Howls like a ghost)

Versatility:6/10

Special Notes: Leaves a very visible smoke trail leading to the F4's nickname of "Old Smokey".