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19th Dec 2012, 10:34

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Hi Penko,

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My biggest worry: what if this happens shortly after lift off in IMC? Is there enough time to realize what is wrong and press the appropriate switches?

I agree. Why did Airbus never fit a simple "big red switch" like B777 etc.

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