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Comment by kdaker

8 hours ago

There is still a jet stream coming out of the engine propelling the aircraft. Unlike a turboprop where only the propellor generates thrust.

> Unlike a turboprop where only the propellor generates thrust

Each of turbojets, turboprops and turbofans generate thrust with exhaust.

  • Turboprops have no meaningful thrust component from the exhaust.

    • Almost. Wikipedia says 10%, which is kinda meaningful but really not much. Even some piston engines (like in WW2 fighters) get 2% or so from exhaust.