They gathered at the launch platform on which the big engine nozzle sat like a great silent bell.
Why were the stern engine nozzles open, he wondered.
Karr aimed at a point nearly centered amidst the four engine nozzles.
This arrangement contrasts with most fixed-wing aircraft, which have their engine nozzles at the rear.
The housing had small thrusters on all sides and a matched pair of main engine nozzles at the stern.
By swinging the engine nozzles around, he had abruptly chopped his forward speed.
Beyond the engine nozzle, the plume spreads and the pressure drops very quickly.
The rear engine nozzle was at the tip of the aft fuselage.
The movements of the engine nozzles are controlled by four hydraulic actuators.
An adjustable engine nozzle was added to decrease drag.