all this talk about the sounds an engine makes. Reminds me of the sound of the non RB211,s including the Pratts and GE's where after hearing the whoosh and the whistle of the start sequence you hear that satisfying whoomp as the burner lights and pressurizes the aft end of the machine.
Of course a less than satisying sound is the start sequence being energized by morons in the cockpit engaging the starter when you have your hands inside the fan on an engine. Turns out they were trying to get some airconditioning going on a hot day in MNL and hit the wrong switch. A couple of guys came rolling out of the inlet pretty quick
