A stupid question from a SLF, how many not FBW aircrafts needed a software patch to certified? I cannot understand why a main control surface has to be actuated by HAL on a not FBW aircraft, when the certification requirements could be fulfilled with a redesigned feel system, I understand that such will imply no grandfathering, but still, if the problem is pilot feel, adjust the feel, without moving control surfaces...
I apologize if the above sounds stupid, but would like to have a proper understanding ...
thanks for your patience