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Old March 3rd 06, 01:21 AM posted to rec.aviation.homebuilt
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Default Conserving fuel on 4 engine planes?

Just watching a movie with a 4 engine prop plane running out of fuel over
the ocean. So what would be the best way to conserve fuel. I'm thinking
throttle back all four engines and let them loaf along. Or would you cut
two engines and let two carry the load. Two would have to work harder, but
would they use less fuel then 4? Of course, range becomes more important
then speed. Any opinions?