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Originally Posted by KC10 FATboy
That's interesting. How much wear and tear would there be for an engine that was started, running at idle speeds, and then shut down?
I don't know. These are answers a SMART management would provide its pilots. (Mine isnt that smart)
Back in my PT6 days, I think we calculated a start devalued an engine by about $60. With an idle burn of 150 lbs. per hour the break even point is about 40 minutes at today's fuel price.
Since fuel price is so dynamic, the number will change day to day. These calculations could be easily done by management and a note periodically sent to pilots. Then WE would have the TOOLS to reduce cost without affecting passenger service.
But why bother running a more efficient airline, just cut crew pay.