Originally Posted by
esscee
So the HUD can be another distraction during operation then. After the Asiana B777 report which mentioned about the Autopilot controls being too complicated and suggested making future design simpler, appears too much technology baffles brains.
The HUD display does have a great deal of information to absorb.
Former military pilots transitioning to the left seat have no problems as they are somewhat familiar with the symbology on the display.
Having the ability to "over lay" the flight path angle (dashed line on HUD display;normally 3 degrees, but programable through the FMC HUD menu) near the runway threshold/touchdown zone aids SA on visual or instrument approaches.