Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The radio-controlled aircraft and hobbyist jet market requires reliable, high-performance miniature turbine engines, but current options may lack the necessary precision, durability, and advanced features for serious flyers and professional applications. Maintaining quality and reliability in these engines, while also offering advanced telemetry and control systems, presents a significant engineering challenge.
Solution
Jet Central provides state-of-the-art miniature jet engines designed for both hobbyist and professional applications, ensuring reliability through CNC high-precision machining and computerized balancing. Turbine wheels and exhaust guide vanes are cast by a third party that also produces castings for full-size aircraft manufacturers. The company offers a range of turbines, airplanes, and accessories, including smoke systems, telemetry solutions, and electronic control units (ECUs). Ongoing research and development efforts focus on continuous improvement and the creation of new engines to meet the evolving needs of serious flyers.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes radio-controlled aircraft enthusiasts, professional remote-controlled aircraft operators, and hobbyists seeking high-performance, reliable miniature turbine engines and related accessories.
Features
- Turbine engines ranging from 85N to 300N thrust, catering to various aircraft sizes and performance requirements
- CNC high-precision machining and computerized balancing for enhanced reliability and extended engine life
- Turbine wheels and exhaust guide vanes (EGV) cast by aerospace-grade foundries
- Electronic control units (ECUs) with advanced telemetry integration for real-time monitoring of engine parameters
- Smoke systems and dual sequencers for enhanced visual effects and control
- Gear fail-safe mechanisms for added safety during flight operations
- Software for Jeti and Spektrum telemetry systems, as well as a dedicated Dual Sequencer program for Windows and Linux
- Optional PROLINE EDDI (Engine Data Display Interface) for comprehensive data acquisition and analysis