Pratt & Whitney J52
| J52/JT8A | |
|---|---|
| A J52 cut-out showing its two spools | |
| Type | Turbojet |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Pratt & Whitney |
| First run | 1955 |
| Major applications | |
| Number built | >5,000 |
| Developed from | Pratt & Whitney J57 |
| Developed into | Pratt & Whitney JT8D |
The Pratt & Whitney J52 (company designation JT8A) is an axial-flow dual-spool turbojet engine originally designed for the United States Navy, in the 40 kN (9,000 lbf) class. It powered the A-6 Intruder and the AGM-28 Hound Dog cruise missile. As of 2021 the engine was still in use in models of the A-4 Skyhawk.
The engine is the basis for the Pratt & Whitney JT8D, a popular civilian low-bypass turbofan engine.