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Old 12th Sep 2015, 13:16
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If you're suggesting that the engine casing should be able to retain any parts from a broken turbine breaking out, that's simply not feasible.
I recall video footage of the testing of RR engines where this very feature is demonstrated as a test that the engine has to pass before certification.
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