jet178The Heinkel He 178 became the world's first practical turbojet-powered aircraft to fly, beginning a new age of aviation in the process. The aircraft existed as a technologyStatus: Replica Manufacturer: Heinkel Flugzeugwerke Year: Replica based on 1939 aircraft Model: He 178 Registration Number: Serial Number: Crew: 1 Max TO Weht: 4,405 lb. Span: