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Structure: ‘Conditionals 3’

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This time in our structure help we continue to talk about conditional sentences. This time we’re talking about the second conditional. Similar to the zero and first conditionals, it has two parts, an ‘if’ part and the ‘other part’. You can change the order of these two parts without changing the meaning of the sentence. In the second conditional, the ‘if part’ has a low chance of happening or is impossible. The speaker chooses the appropriate conditional form based on their understanding of the certainly of the situation happening. Check out the diagram below for more information and examples, then try to write some sentences of your own.

Diagram of the form and use of the second conditional.
Second conditional

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Video answers: ‘GE’s bet on goliath engines’

Here are the answers to last Friday’s video, enjoy!

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. The GE9X was selected to power the new 777X aircraft.
  2. They loosened the regulations related to twin-engine aircraft operations, making it possible for airlines to start using them on their long-haul flights.
  3. He had to decide whether to build a derivative of the CF6 engine, which was cheaper, or spend more than $2 billion on a completely new engine.
  4. Its most impressive improvement was the enormous increase in the high pressure compressor capability, which allowed the engines to set a world record for thrust.
  5. It will be lighter, more durable, will have a larger fan, a higher pressure ratio, and a 10% improved fuel burn over the GE90.

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Video: ‘GE’s bet on goliath engines’

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This week’s video is about GE’s decision to manufacture massive engines for twin engine operations. Watch the video to find out how it worked out for them.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. Which engine was selected to power the 777X wide-body?
  2. How did aviation regulatory bodies change their views on twin-engine aircraft?
  3. What decision did Brain Rowe have to make about GE’s engine development for airplanes?
  4. What was the GE90’s more impressive improvement?
  5. What’s different about the GE9X?

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GE’s Big Bet on Goliath Engines

In 1990, Brian Rowe bet $2 billion on a revolutionary jet engine design that would go on to influence three decades of propulsion. The GE90’s concept, architecture and technologies allowed for extraordinary gains in the aviation industry, culminating in the new GE9X engine for the Boeing 777X.

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Structure: ‘Conditionals 2’

Fly High English - Structure

This time in our structure help we continue to talk about conditional sentences. This time we’re talking about the first conditional. Similar to the zero conditional, it has two parts, an ‘if’ part and the ‘other part’. You can change the order of these two parts without changing the meaning of the sentence. In the first conditional, the ‘if part’ has a good chance of happening. The speaker chooses the appropriate conditional form based on their understanding of the certainly of the situation happening. Check out the diagram below for more information and examples, then try to write some sentences of your own.

Diagram of the form and use of the first conditional.
First conditional

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Video answers: ‘Heathrow’s third runway’

Here are the answers to last Friday’s video, enjoy!

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. It will add 250,000 more flights to the airport per year.
  2. According to the report, it’s going to cost $21 billion.
  3. They are against the proposal and hate the idea of more planes flying overhead.
  4. Heathrow has been dropping down the ranking of busiest airports in the world in recent years.
  5. Business leaders say they’ve missed out and deals because of the lack of direct flights to destinations around the world.
  6. There could be legal objections and there also has to be a vote in parliament before construction could begin.

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Video: ‘Heathrow’s third runway’

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This week’s video reports on the recent decision by the UK government to support the building of a third runway at Heathrow airport. Watch the video to find out what this means and what problems may lie ahead.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. What effect will this decision have on the airport?
  2. How much is it going to cost?
  3. What do local residents think of the proposal?
  4. What has been happening to Heathrow’s global ranking in recent times?
  5. How has business suffered?
  6. What further delays could there be to the construction of the runway?

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Money Talks: Heathrow’s third runway, interview with Taghg Enright

The UK government has backed the construction of a third runway at Heathrow airport – ending 70 years of indecision. TRT World’s business programme looks at the financial news that affects ordinary people. Joel Flynn presents ‘Money Talks’ from TRT World’s studios in Istanbul.