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Old 2nd Apr 2012, 17:49
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K.I.S.S. (crystal clear)

I would add:

And assure the man-machine interface will always be able to HELP effectively the crew even when facing (all possible) extreme conditions. Allowing a FAST ("immediate", if possible) understanding of the problem(s) or threat(s).

In order, at least, to allow the very basic: Aviate and Navigate safely.

In a "graceful degradation" environment in order to increase chances ("giving" time) to succeed.

(*) The "effective aircraft" (System + crew) must always have (good) chances to "survive". Redundancy is the Key. "Sully" case may be is a good example on the need of a "pilot" up front. The System suffered a major failure. Compare "tiny ice crystals" with "flock of canadian geese"

Problem seems:

You need a System specialist and a Pilot. "Better" would be, first a Pilot and (last but not least) a System specialist.

The "microprocessor fired" the FE's. Is the automation (Super Systems) threatening the "pilot side" of the guys up front?
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