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Old 2nd Apr 2009, 07:19
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Belgianboy
 
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Take-off power

As a SLF, I wonder why economics might influence the safety of the flight. We, all, agree that if maximum available power is used more fuel will be burned, lifetime of the engine will be reduced and tbo eventually reduced. The risk of overstessing the engines might induce failures.

On the other hand, if lesser runway is used, the chance of remaining on the runway after an aborted take-off close to V1 increases.

Shouldn't engines be operated at a compromise setting between maximum power and settings currently used?

I stand to be corrected and would appreciate to read comments from aero engines specialists.

Thks in advance.
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