Originally Posted by
Judd
Ever tried walking just using your heels? Difficult and for some, quite painful.. In an emergency there may be a reason for deliberately landing with toes poised on top of brakes while trying to steer the rudder with using your heels. But totally unnecessary for normal day to day landings.
Well, contrary to walking on your heels, having your feet on the pedals ready to brake is no problem whatsoever on the Airbus. It does not feel awkward at all. I suppose you're not on the Airbus?