Originally Posted by
LOWI
FO is PF. Just as they advance the thrust levers for takeoff, ATC calls "stop", the FO closes the thrust lever and at that point the Capt takes over. Does this make sense or should the FO remove their hand and allow the Capt to close the thrust levers and initiate the RTO?
The RTO decision and execution is the Captain’s responsibility in a normal crew complement (unless incapacitated).
Hence In the above scenario the Captain (CM1) must initiate the maneuver. With that being said, always considering the above scenario, it is very likely and understandable that the FO (CM2) will instinctively bring the thrust levers to idle, especially if you see the nose of another airplane showing up half down the runway…