"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)"
So was the throttle restrictive feature of the gust lock mechanism designed with failsafe feature(s)? (Sounds like it was.)
Were there any write-ups on the gust lock operation?
Why was this system design deleted in later model aircraft?
Has anyone on this forum flown this model aircraft?
I understand the visible handle of the gust lock was observed to be in the OFF position, and that portion of the cockpit appears intact.
It's my understanding that if the gust lock feature was engaged he couldn't have advanced the throttle for TO.