FO on 744, promoted to captain on A320, transitioned to 777.
So he has been to KSFO, and is or was familiar with the procedure.
This accident has more news coverage due to having surviver to interview (or to blame?) and it is probably easier to criticize on their flying, CRM skill for their nationality or ethics for some, hence the relatively larger discussion going on.
The A/T servo on 777 is considerably lighter than that of 747 and 737, if you happen to rest your hand on it during idle operation, the servo can have a hard time erecting the lever back up.
Regarding to skill of hand flying, don't be so quick to judge. Their A320 flies some of the more difficult visual and circling approach in the region.
I hope these explains some of the questions you guys have.
Last edited by lowvaeater; 9th Jul 2013 at 12:28.