Originally Posted by
jimtx
Why is MCAS not needed if the autopilot is on. Does longitudinal stability not apply to the autopilot? Or does everyone know the MCAS protected regime is not on where the autopilot could be engaged?
I had a similar question about flaps. Why is MCAS disabled with flaps deployed? Does the stick force curve meet regulatory requirements when flaps are deployed (even at flaps 1)?