Originally Posted by
IFLY_INDIGO
just like in TCAS RA, stall recovery has nothing to do with FDs. FDs must be switched off if you get into stall for more focused recovery.
The reason the FDs should be turned off is they are telling you and the aircraft how to fly what is set in the FCU. With a stall recovery or TCAS this may command the opposite thrust you require.
Turning FD off results in a speed mode independent of the FCU.