Engine test-bed for GE Honda HF 120

[boxkite]

I have problems to identify this Boeing 727, which was used for testing the GE Honda HF120 jet engine. The picture is from Popular Mechanics May 1996, p28.

Need reg number or c/n.

 

[TomS]

N1972

N1972 - First Security Bank of Utah (Trustee) (727-23)

Detailed information about N1972, a 727-23 operated by First Security Bank of Utah (Trustee). Check out history, photos, and more on PlaneLogger.

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[boxkite]

Thanks a lot .

Unfortunately, "HTTP Error 503. The service is unavailable." Will try it again later.

 

[TomS]

Seems to be back up now

Registration Details For N1972 (First Security Bank of Utah (Trustee)) 727-23

Serial	18428
Line Number	21
First Flight	27.12.63
Model	727-23
Status	Scrapped
Comments	ASaP 9.03.99 r23.03.99 to be brup still painted as CP- not seen by 24.07.99 pres. brup at OPF 03.99 unconfirmed report 9.02: sometime it has been with AVTEL (including titles) presum based at Mojave for tests with extra Honda engine mounted on right side front fuselage,
Registration History Reg Airline Delivered Status N1972 American Airlines 21.02.64 Left Fleet CC-CLJ Aerovias DAP 29.08.96 Left Fleet CP-2322 Aerosur Bolivia 24.05.97 Left Fleet N1972 First Security Bank of Utah (Trustee) 04.03.99 Scrapped

 

[boxkite]

Oh yes, now it works - thanks.

 

[Talon_38C]

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