Fuel saving tips

[stilton]

We operate some long sectors (for the aircraft type) from Europe back to NY on our 757's.

You can be hard pressed to make it back non stop with winter headwinds sometimes.

Amongst other things, on such a flight I will start with a full power take off switching to max continuous power at thrust reduction until it 'washes' out to equal climb power.

This gives you the quickest possible climb to cruise altitude where you can start burning less fuel sooner.

I have found it quite effective, saving a worthwhile amount on those 'challenging flights'

Of course, I only use that technique when, even departing with full tanks, arriving with sufficient fuel reserves looks doubtful.

Would not want to cause undue wear and tear on the lovely RB211 !