There are even some examples where the engines continue to run after an accident has occurred
Originally Posted by
helimutt
I saw this once when an airliner crashed onto a beach. The engines continued to run and even caused a further fatality some time after initial impact. Ever since then the series of 'LOST' has gone downhill.
Here is an example of engines running after a crash......
http://www.nfpa.org/assets/files/PDF...t_Accident.pdf
When the aircraft finally stopped moving, the Captain asked for the severe aircraft damage drill checklist. As they completed the checklist, it became apparent that both engines were still at full power and they were initially unable to shutdown the left engine because the thrust lever was impaired. Meanwhile, the passengers were getting instructions from the in charge F/A to start evacuating the aircraft. Fortunately the right engine shut down by itself as the passengers exited the right overwing exit. The left engine continued to run at full power even after the fire switches were pushed. It was only after the Captain put his foot on the instrument panels and applied all of his strength, that he was able to shut down the left engine.
