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Old 15th Mar 2020, 22:18
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safetypee
 
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Vilas, my # 12 might lack clarity; alternatively you assume too much - fire without loss of thrust is not a guaranteed situation.

First action height is operator specific, influenced by aircraft type and manufacturer's recommendation.
Some older types range 200 - 1000 ft; debatable quick action to extinguish a fire, or delayed action to minimise incorrect engine shutdown.

The comparison is an illustrative example of how context can influence thoughts.

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