Originally Posted by
IFLY_INDIGO
I don't find it optimal. It exaggerate the picture very much.
Whilst I agree with you, due to certain technical reasons Airbus (unlike Boeing that installs the same kit to 777) concludes that AUTO mode and CAL gain may eventually hide something from you, hence the requirement for 8+ with AUTO. As a bit of relief, you will find that according to the latest version of the applicable Temporary Revision to FCOM, 8+ gain when in AUTO is now only mandatory below FL150.
FD (the un-real)