# Data centers turn to converted jet engines as grid power waits stretch for years

> Original title: Data centers are turning to old jet engines as the wait for power grows

- Source: TechCrunch · AI
- Published: 2026-11-03T22:19:53.000Z
- Bad Influence: https://badinfluence.news/items/e3madb3vktarveejopqmuwfgl
- Original: https://techcrunch.com/2026/11/03/data-centers-are-turning-to-old-jet-engines-as-the-wait-for-power-grows/

## Summary

AI data centers are building their own electricity with retired jet engines rebuilt to burn natural gas, the New York Times reports. Analyst Audun Martinsen of Rystad Energy says jet-powered units can have a data center running in 24 months.