Interesting reading in the CVR transcript. Note the constant replies of "Sir", "Commander" in the FO's responses. It says a lot about the cross cockpit gradient. I suppose more and more we will see this sort of accident as the airlines head down the path of basically single pilot IFR, ie one experienced pilot and one MPL assistant.
From what I have seen in Australia, we have have a healthy disrespect for the autopilot. We use it a lot, as should be with passengers on board, but if its not doing what it is supposed to do, we disconnect and hand fly without any problems.
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