Whittle Arch

The Whittle Arch is a public art installation in Coventry, England. It is dedicated to Sir Frank Whittle, the inventor of the turbojet engine, who was born in Coventry. The arch was designed as part of Coventry's Phoenix Initiative regeneration project at the start of the 21st century.

Whittle Arch
The Whittle Arch in 2005
52.41055°N 1.50863°W / 52.41055; -1.50863
LocationMillenium Place, Coventry, England
DesignerMacCormac Jamieson Prichard
TypeArch
MaterialSteel
Width60m
Height15m
Completion date2003
Dedicated toSir Frank Whittle
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