Oasis,
Isn't the non bus pilot argument that moving bits are needed to show both pilots what is happening? That did not occur in the Flash airlines, Ethiopian, Turkish nor Asiana Boeing crashes. If the yoke or thrust levers move or not makes no difference if you aren't a very good pilot. One needs to be able assess what is happening, and decide what needs to be done. This is the factor that is common in both Airbus and Boeing accidents.
Pilots aren't trained to do pilot stuff anymore. CBT teaches systems, line training makes sure you are safe in normal Ops. SIM Training is to the lowest legal requirements. Pilots don't gain experience outside of airlines anymore. The profession has been dumbed down, and the result is that when things go slightly wrong successful outcomes are no longer predictable. This crew would have splashed a Boeing if they were sitting in one.