Originally Posted by gnow
"No engines to be secured below 500 ft except in the case of engine on fire where I will initiate the drill"
That's what I do and it is what I am taught to do, fly the aircraft first whilst making sure full power is applied and look for positive rate of climb and airspeed.
Once I am climbing I ask the non handling to put their hand on SSL #1.
Look to confirm the correct SSL is being touched.
Ask for the SSL to be retarded to flight idle (or idle if its FADEC).
Retard and pause to confirm indications and the other engine is taking the load, THEN go through the remainder of the drill. Boost pumps, fuel shut off etc and fire the bottle.
Just my thoughts as I apply them to my flying.
Si