Originally Posted by
sonicbum
During first type rating, during command training, during instructor training. Then every 6 months during sim recurrents with intervention training.
Operators that do not put emphasis on this are in for some unpleasant surprises.
The logic of the sidesticks does not need to be changed; all it takes is proper training, like for everything else.
Agreed. However, if Airbus is clear that there should be only one pilot flying, and dual input is a big no-no, then why is it even there as an option at that stage? What could go wrong if the Capt takes over without having to worry about pressing a button (that he/she is not used to), calling out 'I have controls' and a blaring "Dual Input" alarm. The Capt simply takes over, the moment an input is sensed on the Capts stick. Inadvertent input on the stick may be an issue but there could be a threshold set like 2deg.
Are there any other disadvantages? I can't think of any.