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Old 19th Jan 2015, 06:03
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Automated Spin Response

If it turns out to be a spin then Airbus should deeply think about an automated response by the flight control computer. The pilots have no realistic chance to break a full spin action. However the computer most likely can and has usually an easy and safe indication from the gyro instruments. If it takes 10000 feet so be it given the alternative of an assured crash.
In theory , perhaps a good idea, given that the flight crew would be effectively incapacitated. However, I must ask just what that programmed response would be. Airbus have no data, other that theoretical and computer simulated, concerning how the A320 would behave, and consequently what to tell HAL to do when all hell breaks loose.

Who is going to do the test flights to supply the necessary data to ensure that the programmed response is correct in all situations? That would be a very expensive and arguably fatal endeavour. If that data is not available, and HAL is programmed for a theoretical/simulated response who is going to do the testing necessary for certification ? I'm sure that Airbus has thought of such an 'adventure' during planning and totally rejected the thought for obvious reasons - similar thinking for a full stall.

Now you know why Airbus puts so much emphasis on avoidance.
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