Takeoff with any thrust reverser icons displayed on EICAS warning/caution messages is

Takeoff with any thrust reverser icons displayed on EICAS warning/caution messages is

• A. Prohibited
• B. Permitted
• C. Permitted only with advisory
• D. Depends on conditions

Answer: (A)

A takeoff must be performed with all systems functioning within limits, and the thrust reverser system is no exception. When an icon for the thrust reverser appears on EICAS as a warning or caution, it signals a fault or degraded condition in that system. Relying on thrust reversers during takeoff is not permitted because you cannot guarantee safe and reliable reverser operation if needed after landing, and a fault could lead to unexpected deployment or nondeployment, potentially affecting directional control and braking. The proper action is to withhold takeoff until the issue is investigated and resolved per procedure, ensuring the reverser system is serviceable.

A takeoff must be performed with all systems functioning within limits, and the thrust reverser system is no exception. When an icon for the thrust reverser appears on EICAS as a warning or caution, it signals a fault or degraded condition in that system. Relying on thrust reversers during takeoff is not permitted because you cannot guarantee safe and reliable reverser operation if needed after landing, and a fault could lead to unexpected deployment or nondeployment, potentially affecting directional control and braking. The proper action is to withhold takeoff until the issue is investigated and resolved per procedure, ensuring the reverser system is serviceable.