Originally Posted by
FGD135
Why only idle reverse? Is the F100 incapable of more than idle?
Inappropriate use of reverse thrust was a factor in the QF1 overrun at Bangkok in 1999.
Structural stress on the tail ?
You can use max reverse - if stopping solution / reject requires, with a restricted zone 57-75%N1 you can’t spend more than two seconds in without a fan inspection, so the Fokkers are normally idle reverse.