I'm trying to figure out the logic of "all in or all out" guidance. First, at 50 feet, the A/T should go into RETARD mode. But, when hand flying, with moving throttles, the handling pilot should have his hands on the throttles, the throttle position reflects the A/T commanded power and a disconnect results in power being just as selected. This is in opposition to the Airbus design. Finally, when hand flying, A/T takes the power set tong burden off making for better flight path control. Mind you, I have no objection (and do you all automation off for proficiency) to all off, but why a restriction?
GF