Originally Posted by
PENKO
Exactly the same legal outcome can be achieved with a PAN call: PAN PAN, PAN PAN, PAN PAN, engine failure, flying straight ahead for twenty miles, standby for further intentions.
I only have 2 engines, and if I lost one I'd definitely make it a 'Mayday'. I'd also adjust my EO routing according to the conditions of the day (weight/weather), which may include flying the SID, staying over water or flying straight ahead.