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Old October 9th 06, 07:46 PM posted to rec.aviation.piloting,rec.aviation.student
Jose[_1_]
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Default Why are multiple engines different?

All else being equal, the chance of an engine failure in a
twin is higher than it is in a single, but the chance of total
powerplant failure (all engines) is lower.


This may be true mathematically, but in the real world, all things are
not equal. Twins have more than just an extra engine, and that makes a
significant difference.

Jose
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