jet178The Heinkel He 178 was an experimental aircraft desned and produced by the German aircraft manufacturer Heinkel.It was the world's first aircraft to fly using the thrust from a turbojet engine.. The He 178 was developed to test theStatus: Replica Manufacturer: Heinkel Flugzeugwerke Year: Replica based on 1939 aircraft Model: He 178 Registration Number: Serial Number: Crew: 1 Max TO Weht: 4,405 lb. Span: