Trader you're way off track. Try reading the above posts again including the OMA quote.
I think Trader is spot on.
Do it, if you think it makes sense. If it doesn't, don't. For me it makes sense even in daylight for said reasons. Same as offsetting from center line on T/O roll (not for you 380 guys
). You don't have to, but you should consider.
What's the deal with the fuel synoptic? Why do so many people get bent out of shape if you don't watch it like a hawk when switching off the centre tank pumps? I don't see any requirement from Boeing to do so.
You're right, no procedure, no requirement. But is it wrong to watch the switch?
It's no requirement to do a greaser... most of us still try to do a smooth landing...
With what I do agree is... Those things may be worth a discussion but should never reflect in the grading.