Originally Posted by
harrryw
If you are not doing a reduced thrust takeoff would V1 come at an earlier distance leaving more stopping distance Or is saving fuel better than safety?
Correct, full thrust will give you a V1 earlier on the runway with more room to stop - but- you now have a greater chance of engine failure, statistically. Airlines use that (small) chance and engine cost savings to refine their policies. The Captain still has final say.