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Originally Posted by ExperimentalAB
Sorry but no...check Part 91 App G. Common misconception (why? I thought pilots should want to find excuses to fly an airplane), but at least one "automatic altitude control system" must be available. NOT in use. If you haven't hand-flown at altitude, you probably ought to...it is irresponsible to spend so much time in cruise in this thin air and have not the faintest clue as to how the aircraft handles. Throw in some mountain-wave activity and I guarantee you you'll find a healthy respect for the skill required.
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This is a nice sentiment, but naive. Once you get you get some hours in different aircraft, you'll see it's pretty much the same. Cruise=Auto pilot. No need to hand fly.
Aside: I'm pretty sure that your other pilot would be a little concerned that you feel that you can do better than the autopilot.
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