Also...statistical average time from fire detection to catastrophic structral failure was 12 mins (average of all multi engine jet a/c up to four years ago). Pulling the fire handle with associated loss of thrust and destabilisation at low alt is much more dangerous than waiting a few seconds for 400 feet...identifying the correct engine etc. Too many people think they know better than the manufacturers. As most people know the reality of an engine fire is that you will retain thrust for a considerable period (unlike the sim. scenario).
Last edited by RMC; 24th October 2007 at 15:57.
Reason: To include last sentance