Hi! Graham.
If you have damaged shoulders like mine the stick top option is a relief, I
hear your very valid point but the accidental operation can be removed by a
flip top stick cover ,unless you wish to tread on it !!!! See the pictures
of mine at http://www.crixbinfield.freeserve.co.uk/europa.htm
Hopefully you had a good trip?
Good to see you back.
Regards
Bob Harrison G-PTAG
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-europa@post.aviators.net
Subject: Re: Pitch Trim ergonomics
>Brian, spend a few bob on the Mac control column top multi switch. I got
>the 5 way one, currently the top front switch is nose down(indicator moves
>down), rear switch nose up, left and right NIU yet, button facing forwards
>is for ptt.
> You will have no problems with this configuration.
>dave
>g-bxum
I did, and did have a problem. Because the trim moves so far with only a
brief touch, I accidentally leaned on it a couple of times after my pre
take off checks. The second time it happened the engine lost power just
after take off and I lost control. Broke the airplane and nearly my neck.
Consequently I don't believe the top of the stick is a sensible place. Not
for me anyway. I cannot guarantee not to make mistakes, like not glancing
at the trim setting before starting to roll.
Graham
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