The A320 thrust reversers contribute to both the aircraft and propulsion system performance: they are aerodynamic, robust, and contribute to the braking process of the aircraft.

If circumstances require it, reverse thrust can be used all the way to a stop, or even to provide thrust to push the aircraft backward, though aircraft tugs or towbars are more commonly used for that purpose.

Today, we’ll be diving into Airbus’ guidance on use of the thrust reversers. Subscribe for more bite-sized A320 tutorials!

Jun 12, 2025 · Almost all large aircraft can use reverse thrust to slow the aircraft post-touchdown. We’ll show you how aircraft engines manage to work in reverse and how you can spot them doing their …

The second diagram shows the case in which only a single thrust reverser is unserviceable, and in addition to the case for two unserviceable reversers, it takes into account the possibility of …

Apr 6, 2025 · There are several ways jet engines achieve reverse thrust: These use blocker doors to divert airflow forward through specialized vents on the engine nacelle. This design is used in many …

The document is a training manual for the thrust reverser system of the Airbus A319/A320/A321 equipped with IAE V2500 engines, detailing the hydraulic operation, components, and control …

An A320 aircraft fitted with CFM56 engines was on an ILS approach in FLAP 3 configuration with good visibility conditions. There was a 25 kt crosswind and wind gusts from the left side (fig.1). ① The PF …

Thrust reversers on jet aircraft provide a significant way of increasing the rate of deceleration during the initial stages of both a landing roll or a rejected takeoff from high speed.

The flight crew uses the thrust reverser levers in order to unlock the associated thrust lever. The flight crew can move each thrust reverser lever upward to the unlocked position, when the associated …