Originally Posted by
FullWings
Given that all the aircraft we’re discussing have powered flying controls, why is there such a discrepancy between loadings on different types (or even different variants of the same type)?
Well for the "variants of the same type" part of the question, it's been noted that different engine installations change the behavior. Also aerodynamic differences like different stretches would change the length of the lever arm of the elevator, with obvious implications. And I don't see the manufacturers spending the money to make changes to compensate the felt control force, unless absolutely necessary, i.e., the latest version doesn't meet certification standards, and has to be brought back within them.
Anyway, there's at least one poster on this forum whose name shows why he's supremely qualified to hit this one head on and in detail - and I'm eager to see his answer!