A promising young inventor has entered the spotlight in China. A 14-year-old teenager has managed to independently assemble a real aviation engine under home conditions. This was reported by the "Oddity Central" publication.
It is reported that Che Jingan's interest in aviation emerged very early—during his kindergarten years. While he initially focused on making paper airplanes, over time, this hobby evolved into serious scientific research.
According to his parents, the teenager spent hours every day reading books on aerodynamics, engineering, and other related sciences. Even in elementary school, he began mastering complex subjects such as mathematical analysis, design, and working with specialized software.
Later, Che decided to test his knowledge in practice and aimed to create a personal jet engine. Instead of using ready-made blueprints, he started all the work from scratch: he developed the parts himself, created 2D and 3D models, and precisely calculated parameters such as airflow, temperature, and pressure.
The teenager regularly documented his work process on social media, thereby gaining the attention of a wide audience. Many users provided him with advice, while some offered help in producing parts using 3D printers.
Work on the initial version of the engine lasted nearly 8 months. The cost of materials spent on the project amounted to 8,000–9,000 yuan, or approximately 1,100–1,200 US dollars. His parents took his endeavor seriously and provided full support.
However, the first test ended in failure due to certain flaws in the construction and fuel system. Nevertheless, the young inventor did not give up. He is currently working on developing a more improved version of the engine.
Che Jingan emphasized that failure is an integral part of the learning process, which makes a person stronger and motivates them to pursue their goals.
