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Old 18th Mar 2019, 09:58
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HarryMann
 
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Originally Posted by Dark Knight
Why if one has a significant problem such as may have been the case why allow the aircraft to accelerate to 382kts?

Wouldn't an experienced crew at least reduce thrust to maintain around 210-250kts and a safe altitude attempting to get things under control?
DK ... Speed isn't all about thrust alone. It is climbing that controls speed in the early stages of flight once flaps and xart are cleaned up.
if somethings trying to pitch you into the ground it isnt your first course of action.

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