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Old 7th Jun 2006, 10:22
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Originally Posted by Wango Z Tango
so far it is assumed that there might have been a failure in the ignition system in general, but that does not explain the quick re-light ( 1 minute for the first engine)
Where does your info come from?
A jet engine has a continous combustion, so it doesnot need ignition (other than for start or as protection). So how can it fail when it is not even on?
The relight(s) only illustrates that the ignition system worked perfect!

Very interested in the outcome!!
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