Quote:
Originally Posted by multiweb
|
I'm not fussed that you prefer Peter's argument, remember, this is a complex issue that runs deeper than what words have been written in this thread so far. But in time, you will see this issue come to the surface in the media, you will see documentaries on TV about this exact discussion and many pilots speaking up about their concerns, and believe me many pilots do have concerns. Many pilots who have been involved with a computer/pilot conflict.
The thing is-is that I have worked on classical systems for many years and conducted post maintenance test flight operations for 6 years. I have seen failures in flight and NOTHING, and I really do mean NOTHING, can replace a gifted pilot at the controls and someone competent reading to him all of the data that he needs on the way down, so he may straighten it out. You take that pilot out of the loop and replace it with machine code, and get the pilot to go look for the popped fuse (or whatever), then good luck to you!
Myself, I just wish I had a choice when I travel, as every carrier is out to save buck and is opting for FBW.