But if one thinks about it, it is the thrust from the engine that propels the plane forward. Thus would make this attempt possibly successful as it was. The thrust of the plane would be in the direction of the spin. This is supported by the fact that there are many other jets that are specifically positioned to protect Texas and force the Hurricane to make landfall over Mississippi and Louisiana. This shows the supremecy of the Texas Nat'l Guard over the other two states self protection.