On Tue, 26 Oct 2004 14:11:41 -0700, "Peter Duniho"
wrote:

"Mike Rhodes" wrote in message
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[...]
If the control inputs are controlled, as I believe Airbus is, then the
pilot cannot be blamed for over-controlling; unless the manufacturer
pointedly states not to do that.

The manual for my airplane (and most, I believe) says nothing about not
pulling too hard on the yoke when recovering from a dive in which the
airspeed exceeds Vne. Does that mean that the manufacturer would be to
blame if I caused the wings to fail by doing so?

I don't think so. I'm curious why it appears that you would.

I'm guessing you're not really curious, for the general nature of you
reply was not one intended to encourage discussion. As for the
paragraph above I'm very surprised you think that makes any point at
all, other than my own. Because it is rhetorical...

--Mike