Originally Posted by
eagleatr
I know it's an approved procedure, but it's not a solution for what the real problem is: Poor engine overhauls and poor maintenance.
They can save a lot of money that way, at least until the engine fails.
Originally Posted by
Vegaspilot
I understand the system, true red line is with the ART off. I get that, but P&W approved or not...doesn't mean I have to agree with it as a solution to get us thru the summer. Like eagleatr said, it's a band aid for a much bigger problem...they don't want to spend the money to have good engines back there.
I'm with ya... The last week or two proves without a doubt that we need to put some new parts in the old machines. I just fly with a lot of people that don't understand that 625 degrees in of itself doesn't make the engine "bad."
Someone told me that we put our blades through the shop 1 more time than Delta and AA.........and while legal, it's clearly not so smart.