Originally Posted by
boeing-man
Hello pilots. Just curious how many operators out there with 4 eng types use 'the matching engine at constant thrust' during approach for a 1 enging out situation?
Eg : Engine 1 failed. Keep Engine 4 at constant thrust - hence constant rudder. Use Engine 2 and 3 for the approach - flying it like a normal twin.
Thank you.
I generally do that in the sim, though some sim checkies don't like it for some reason. I leave a little trim in place so I am always aware which engine has failed.
I get the F/E to zero the rudder trim when assured of landing. It makes the approach a lot easier.