The cockpit gradient was very much emphasised during my MCC, hopefully with good MCC, CRM training and good SOPs this is something that will be on the decline as new generations come through the ranks.
I can here the instructors voice now "don't be ignored"
Caught a glimpse of the Mustang review in this months Pilot mag, simple to fly and operate, ergonomically perfect, and could be flown by a competent PPL by all accounts..