Jim59 #1525
I don't buy this average pilot stuff. If the trim can only be operated by a pilot with average strength or higher, in some circumstances, then assuming a normal distribution of strength then 50% of pilots will have less than average strength. If strength greater than that deliverable by 50% of pilots is required to trim in some scenarios then certification should specify the minimum strength required by the pilot and a relevant method for evaluating a pilot's fitness to fly the type.
It seems Lynn Rippelmeyer felt it wise to pump some iron, perhaps before converting onto the 747. Gosh, what a girl. Well worth a Wiki.