Originally Posted by
Fursty Ferret
Yeah, I just used N1 for everything other than setting take-off thrust when I was flying the A320. To add to the thrust measurement topic, I think you can also assume that an EPR of less than 1 is an indication that the engine is generating more drag than thrust (would be good to get confirmation of this point).
Concur. Other than the initial thrust setting, I’m only vaguely aware of the EPR.