The report reads as though the FI had no control of the cyclic as the passenger/student was gripping it. I am sure it all happened rather quickly.
Originally Posted by
Rho Tarbled
If you have gone from 15 feet down to hitting the ground when you as the instructor have the collective and pedals as well as being able to at least have some decent input on the cyclic then it is 'pretty crappy' no matter who is in the other seat.