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Old 24th November 2003 | 00:45
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rotornut
 
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Thrust/horsepower

While we're at it, can somebody please explain the formula for converting pounds of static thrust to horsepower. More specifically, if a big P&W or GE is rated at 50,000 lbs. static thrust
how much horsepower is the engine actually producing?
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