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I read a few days ago about the F-35's having a issue with the fuel lines which would be a more plausible reason for engine fires. But Alien dog fight sounds way cooler. pew pew! was Will Smith involved?
originally posted by: boncho
originally posted by: Gothmog
a reply to: boncho
Lightning, on patches can refer to something else,
Want to try again? Use extreme proof if replying.
I never said I was trying to prove anything. Brilliant straw mans you guys are arguing....
Because the aircraft’s weapon bay doors are open during engine start, the fire spread to aircraft surfaces, panels, cables and components. The aircraft’s landing gear was damaged, and its integrated power pack will need to be replaced.
Investigators noted that the engine’s exhaust nozzle section was engulfed in flames but did not spell out how much of the engine will need to be repaired or replaced.