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Fatal 747 excursion probe focuses on thrust-lever movement for engine with inoperative reverser

Preliminary investigation into the AirACT Boeing 747-400 freighter excursion at Hong Kong have found that, after touchdown, ...
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Airbus modifying CFM56 engine-control logic after serious A320 thrust-reverser incident

Airbus is aiming to introduce an engine control unit software modification for CFM International CFM56 powerplants, to reduce the safety risk if A320 pilots attempt a go-around after activating ...
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Bucket-Type Jet Engine Reverse Thrusters Look Like A Retro Sci-Fi Design, And They're Going Out Of Fashion

Jet engines are relatively simple in their basic design, but advancements in gas turbine engine technology have mostly done away with the cool-looking bucket-type reverse thrust systems. These thrust ...
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What Are Thrust Reversers In Airplane Engines And What Happens When They Deploy?

When you're flying on a commercial jet, you naturally become very familiar with the sound and feeling of the powerful turbine engines. As you take off, you can feel their rumbling muscle rocketing the ...
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American Airlines Grounds Airbus A321 After Engine Reverser Liner Detaches On Takeoff

An American Airlines Airbus A321 experienced engine trouble while taking off from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) en route to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) on Friday, leaving ...