Originally Posted by
fireflybob
Precisely Nepotism! Also I always understood that circuit breakers were there to protect against potential fire - a far bigger hazard on board than not being able to extend the landing gear.
Very true Capetonian and FireFlyBob, I was just pointing out what appears to be a Boeing design for holding in a couple of popping CB's that would be used in a desperation scenario. I assume that it is FAA approved and I thought it was interesting when I came across it.