Quid, my friend, we are not talking about DC-8's, on newer aircraft we can reduce the takeoff thrust by 45%, thereby making even a light aircraft runway limited. (This is another discussion which J_T and I have had in the past)
But in general, it is better NOT TO MESS with V1, because you do NOT KNOW what people like me have done to ensure your takeoff weight!
Mutt
[ 15 August 2001: Message edited by: mutt ]