"Capt.Doug" wrote in message news:CXsof.293843

"John Gaquin" wrote in message IIRC, on the 727, nose gear compression
is
also required
for autospoiler deployment.

On the B-727, autospoilers deploy upon compression of the left main strut.

You're absolutely right. My apologies. Your response prompted the
aforementioned reference trip to the basement, where I was re-reminded that
it is the autobrakes that require the nose gear to be on the ground (in
certain models). Mea Culpa.