8th December Advanced English Practice (C1/C2) - Jet Engine Revolution: The Leap into the Future
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Today's episode is about the jet engine and how it changed the world. Listen here to find out more about it. If you want to read along with the audio find the article here Come and be part of my Patreon community for just $1/$3 per month, where you'll get access to special video content. This month, I'm sharing an exclusive video about the UK's Christmas traditions. Click here for more details. To find out more about my lessons you can find my website here. Or you can email me at [email protected] 20 minute trial lesson for just £5. 30 minute lesson for £8. Or book a package of 10 of these lessons and get the 11th one free 60 minute lesson for £15. Or book a package of 10 of these lessons and get the 11th one free Check your understanding Who is the central figure in the narrative, and what is the key innovation associated with him? What was the major obstacle that Frank Whittle faced during the early stages of developing the jet engine, and how did he navigate through it? Describe some of the technical challenges that Whittle encountered with his early jet engine prototypes. In what year did Frank Whittle achieve a significant breakthrough in the development of the jet engine, and what was the outcome of this breakthrough? How did the introduction of the jet engine impact both military and commercial aviation, and what were some of the iconic aircraft associated with this technological advancement?
