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Old 8th Dec 2004, 14:16
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Airbedane
 
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I seem to remember from my time working as a TP for an engine manufacturer that engines are certified to contain a fire for at least 7 minutes. Thus, crews should be confident in taking a fire into the air after V1, and climbing to 400 (or 600) ft agl before taking action. The important thing is to carry out the correct action, rather than screwing it up by going too quickly.
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