Originally Posted by
NWA SLF
Did the pilot give the passengers an accurate account of what, in the crews opinion, happened?
Well I would think the captain would have used the PA to give some information on the situation to the passengers to help relieve their fears.
Originally Posted by
NWA SLF
We have an engine failure but are prepared. The ride will be bumpy the rest of the flight but we will arrive in Honolulu on schedule.
Not even the "Sky Gods" of the old days could accomplish that with one engine out and reduced airspeed.