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Old 30th Sep 2019, 14:51
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To use an analogy, there was a time when the hazards of low-level windshear and microburst phenomenon were not well-appreciated. Now we practice windshear recoveries all the time because prompt recognition and response can be critical to a successful outcome. Why do we not do the same with Runaway Stab Trim? It is a "memory item" after all.’

We might not be able to avoid wind shear / microburst, although we should make every effort to do so (wind shear avoidance training?).
Runaway trim in the 737 Max is currently not avoidable, and in some circumstances unrecoverable, but could be with a modified trim system.

Pilot training requirements are not meant to compensate for non-acceptable design on the compliance and safety standpoint.

https://www.easa.europa.eu/newsroom-...-clarification
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