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Old 22nd Jan 2015, 11:06
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autoflight
 
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There is a relatively minor problem with sidestick feel. The aileron detent (if I can call it that) operates in the exact same position regardless of the fore and aft movement of the sidestick. Since the stick fore and aft movement is to the side of each pilot, pitch control is not a straight pressure towards the pilot. In ordinary flying conditions this is easy to get used to.

During a missed approach, especially from a low height, there is a pitch feel requiring additional rearward force on the sidestick. This increased force has a desensing effect for the feel of the aileron "detent", often resulting in a small unintended right turn for captain as PF, or a small left turn for FO an PF. This small turn and a correction to desired heading is evident on simulator tracking history.

The point is, that when larger than normal back pressure is required, the lateral feel should also be increased.
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