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Can an aircraft fly steady if one engine suddenly fails to work?
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∙ 14y ago
Depends on what type of aircraft you're talking about. You need to specify, because planes have anywhere from 1 to 8 engines. Not to mention if you're talking about a prop, turbo-prop, or jet engine.
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