“Only a Soviet jet would do this! Tu-154 deploys reverse thrust before landing — but why? Let’s dive into this beast’s secret weapon!” The Tu-154 is one of the few commercial jets in the world that can deploy reverse thrust while still airborne, just before touchdown. This unusual feature comes from both design advantages and mission-specific needs of Soviet aviation. This is because : 1. Engine Placement (Safety First): • The Tu-154’s engines are mounted high at the rear of the fuselage. • This