Originally Posted by
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My point, and that of others, is that this mechanization is not "natural" for many.
That's fine and I have no problem with that - however my point is that the traditional control methods and flight deck layout grew out of the limitations of the technology of the day. As technology improved, some of the more awkward aspects were implemented in a different way. So while it may not feel "natural" for some, for others it's fine.
I'm prepared to bet that in another 20 years, there'll be enough incremental changes for those who at this point in time find the A320 perfectly natural, to feel a little uncomfortable - it's in the nature of the beast called progress.
Not to mention human psychology when confronted with change.