Engine Reverse Sleeves

[MD82]

Hello,

the engine reverse sleeves are an open/close operation. Meaning, it does not matter if you have selected idle reverse or full reverse, the sleeves will fully open. As it is now, the amount of reverse sleeve operation is equal to the amount of reverse thrust applied. 

 

Xander

[B320Max8]

Because, at least on modern engines, it doesn't have to do with how far the reverser cowl slides back. Reverse increases n2 and therefore increases the volume of the bypass (cold stream) air.

Maybe an a300/ge expert can verify this

Edited February 8, 2024 by B320Max8

[KorEl]

MD82 is right, reverser sleeves are full open or full close, no intermediate position in any case, no connection with engine thrust setting. I am a retired engineer, worked with A300B4's and A300-600's for 30 years.

[B320Max8]

7 hours ago, KorEl said:

MD82 is right, reverser sleeves are full open or full close, no intermediate position in any case, no connection with engine thrust setting. I am a retired engi

I just noticed that I missread the OP's post. He did say ecaxtely that. Thought he meant it SHOULD correlate with the thrust setting.

Sorry for the confusion 

[Deleted Account]

Thanks, will take a look 🙂