I accept that the newer engines make a two engine jet safer than the old four engine 707.
But imagine a new jet with four new engines.... now that would be safe :-)
Safe, but a real fuel guzzler.
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HEY - I have an idea.
They could make this really big jet with four engines and call it
THE 747!
Yep, I talked with ta BA pilot after our flight from Heathrow to Dulles on the 380.
Even with 4 high-efficiency engines, he noted that it’s still a “thirsty aircraft”.
BA has pulled the dedicated 388 off this route, at least temporarily, and added a 744 back in the rotation on its Dulles originating flights. The 744/388 covers the 630pm flight to LHR, while a 772 cover the 10pm flight.
I’ve got an around the world trip coming up IAD-LHR-HKG-LAX-IAD, with BA744 - BA388 - CX773ER - AA738, all biz class except for 1st class on AA metal from LAX.
Why stop at four?
having said all that, how many engine outages have ever occurred in either the 2 or 4 engined craft?
the figure is close to nil
I have the plane for you:
Airbus 380 - 4 engines and fairly fuel efficient.