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What would've happened if United flight 328 experienced its scary engine failure over the ocean
A United Airlines flight from Denver to Honolulu successfully executed a safe emergency landing on Saturday after suffering an fiery engine failure shortly after takeoff. Though debris spewed across Denver suburbs, the aircraft was able to quickly turn around and land back at Denver International Airport with no injuries or lives lost. The entire ordeal lasted less than 30 minutes since the failure occurred just miles from a major international airport. But as this aircraft was heading to… (www.businessinsider.com) Más...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
My question is: Considering that the aircraft was past the point of no return, would it have been more fuel efficient on one engine or would the drag from the shut down engine negated any fuel savings? Expert opinions are welcome.
I meant to say imagining and not considering.
this video at the 10 minute mark, directly addresses your question: https://youtu.be/5hyP07BJAic
your question may be answered here: https://youtu.be/EwNCCrjMmeg
A comment was made that the ac made a quick turnaround. I think 30 minutes is pretty long if you’re a pax on the ac.
Sorry if I missed it but the plane must have been heavy with fuel. Did it land with all the remaining fuel or dumped much of it first?