the system contains the active inceptor having mobility in a first direction . a feedback mechanism is in communication with the active inceptor . the mechanism provides a variable level of force to the active inceptor in the first direction . a programmable device communicates with the feedback mechanism . the programmable device controls the level of force provided to the active inceptor from the feedback mechanism . the programmable device is capable of recognizing and distinguishing between regimes wherein the operator is physically engaging the inceptor and when the operator is “ hands - off ” the inceptor . the programmable device limits the maximum rate of displacement of an active inceptor to a specified safe and effective value regardless of changes in forces applied by the variable force feel feedback mechanism . the limit on rate of change of active inceptor position is varied based on the recognized “ hands - on ” or “ hands - off ” state and the type of tactile cue to satisfy otherwise conflicting requirements for failure robustness and effective tactile cueing during highly dynamic operations .