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Guys
We don't all agree but the discussion is healthy so we can all learn.
Am I a little out of date if I recall that in the V1 continue case we will clear the end (screen height) by 35' or more if the all factors are correct?
I strongly believe that most Airline jets depart at up to 5% above the takeoff mass shown on the load sheet.
The culture of 'save the good engine' dates from the piston era.
Engine failure are rare, will really notice if 'something feels wrong' to increase power? when so much is already wrong.
Also at high masses Vmca is not a problem, while at low masses thrust is not such a problem and anyway speed tends to run away!!!
Yes I agree with John respect Vmc, thrust up with care and practise the whole thing in the sim.
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