Better not let FrequentSLF see the airlines fuel policy ! That we actually take off with less than full tanks - sometimes half tanks, sometimes quarter tanks!!
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This post added a lot to the discussion.
Make sure that you do not confuse pounds with kilos when you refuel and you have installed the right fuel gauge.
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blueloo
but in the intervening periods the engine is still exposed to more extremes
I agree. The fact is that EK will need quite a number of take-offs to recover the money lost to repair the airframe (if will be repaired). Would be interesting to sum up the cost of all tail strikes...I also add that I do not consider myself in danger because of this practice. I am very well aware that anything in the business is driven by the pennies.
The guys in front know what they are doing. However I have a very simple question. If not driven by company policy, would you or not use always max trust?