Originally Posted by woodja51
For info the SSI / maltese / german/ swiss cross etc...
Nobody seems really to agree on the way to call it after all but is it that surprising when Airbus itself names it Sidestick Order Indicator in the FCOM but Stick Cross Symbol in the FCTM.
On the same order, its function is also ambiguous and has evolved following serious incidents. Was it avail at all airborne in the early days, maybe for a few seconds after take off ... Chris ?
Now its time for being displayed has been reduced to a minimum and the advise not to use it by the PF during take off is clear.
The single note I can see to promote its use is addressed to the PM to validate the PF initial stick input. Interconnected sidesticks would do that nicely and much more.