I guess the key word is "consistent" in this report. It begs the question on how they were able to set T/O thrust if the gust lock was engaged.
"The FDR data revealed the elevator control surface position during the taxi and takeoff was consistent with its position if the gust lock was engaged."
"The airplane was equipped with a mechanical gust lock system, which could be utilized to lock the ailerons and rudder in the neutral position, and the elevator in the down position to protect the control surfaces from wind gusts while parked. A mechanical interlock was incorporated in the gust lock handle mechanism to restrict the movement of the throttle levers to a minimal amount (6-percent)"
Last edited by tlbrown350; 13th Jun 2014 at 20:07.