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Old 15th Jan 2009, 23:50
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True the overspeed circuit will shutdown the first engine to 120%. But remember, the engines are N2 governed. The DECUs would be pulling back fuel as fast as possible. So the fantastical Hollywood 190% explosion is not really likely.
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