🛫 Ever Wondered Why Airbus Planes Say 'Retard' to Pilots? In Airbus aircraft, the term "Retard" isn't offensive—it's a technical command! 👨‍✈️ The word is an audio alert from the autothrust system, instructing pilots to reduce the throttle during the landing phase. This ensures a smooth and controlled touchdown for the safety of passengers and crew. 🛩️ Fun Fact: The term "retard" is derived from aviation jargon, meaning to "slow down or reduce." Airbus uses it as a clear and concise message f

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Airbus has delivered more than 10,000 planes and claims the title for the largest passenger aircraft. Here are the stats behind one of the world's biggest plane manufacturers. http://cnn.it/2wpzZQn | CNN International