Interesting comments from "professionals"? I don't know how many of you have been on a twin when one of the engines decided to shred a few blades. I have, on a SAS B767 PEK-CPH and trust me, it's no fun. The vibrations created by the imbalance are incredible. I heard the bang, but the extreme vibrations led me to believe that a major part of the fuselage or wing was flapping in the wind. After the engine power was reduced to idle the vibrations were reduced, but still uncomfortable.
By all means, please continue to look down at SLF and journalists, you seem to agree more on that subject than de-icing. I just wish I had some of you guys on one of my ships during a winter North-Atlantic crossing. I would love to read your post-crossing diary.
Per