Cannot see any engine reversers animations, has the B 727 a different system ?

Search KB #2969  in the knowledge base for you answer :)

VFR Reviews wrote on Jul 11^th, 2009 at 1:04am:

Search KB #2969  in the knowledge base for you answer :)

Thanks
I cannot find that in the database, can you resume what it says ?

if you look for it in the database, just type the number '2969' in the section dedicated to search by number (3rd from the top, section C)

It just says the JT8D-9A engines do not have exterior moving parts when using the reverser. You won't see anything on the real aircraft either.

Lars

soldano wrote on Jul 10^th, 2009 at 10:21pm:

Cannot see any engine reversers animations, has the B 727 a different system ?

Most versions of the 727 have internal cascade type reversers. The bucket doors close internally and redirect the jetblast through the cascade vents foward to slow the plane.

They're not actually strong enough to back it up, though, is that right?  You can't in the CS model, but is this possible in real life?

Our company policy was no reverse thrust out of parking. If you are backing out and hit the brakes too hard the 727's nose will come off the ground if the CG was far back enough. I have never backed one out but I'm sure it can be done or else they wouldn't have prohibited it.