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Old 16th Dec 2011, 03:57
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Freighter, therefore ETOPS considerations do not apply (since ETOPS is based on 1 engine out), a recalculation of diversion/route just in case a second engine were to fail would satisfy me if ETOPS was a consideration (pax carrying ops).

1 engine shut down on a 3+ engine A/C is no big deal as far as the flying goes. If you don't have sufficient fuel at the lower FL then by all means please stop and get some more before continuing to the final destination.

Illogical and "heat of the moment/panic" decision making processes have no place at FL380. Going straight to the nearest airport when no true emergency exists is purely panic.

Oh and goldfish, welcome to my no hire list. (Not that you're worried about it at 73)
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