As I understand there is no requirement to select max. thrust following an engine failure on takeoff using reduced/flex thrust.
However I have come across many different opinions :
- some say always immediately select max. thrust to improve climb performance
- some say leave the thrust as it is, to avoid destabilising the aircraft, and then perhaps add aditional thrust (if required) once the autopilot is on
I suppose these are all acceptable techniques, however some also say :
- don't ever increase thrust if an engine fire (don't add fuel to the fire)
whilst others say
- it's ok to increase thrust (on both engines) even if an engine fire
I have looked through the manuals and can not find any specific instruction regarding the selection of max. thrust following an engine fire.
With so many opinions and techniques out there, it gets a bit confusing what to do. Everytime I am in the sim. I come across different techniques and I am always having to retrain myself. But seems like no matter what I do, some checkie will come up with a different technique yet again. Just can't win sometimes
I am interested in hearing other peoples opinions.