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Old 08-28-2017, 02:37 PM
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And on this: agree +1000

Originally Posted by Adlerdriver View Post
"...........There are far too many pilots who are content to become reliant on automation while letting their flying skills atrophy. I've always been a proponent of a balance between automation and manual operations. I've been told by fellow crew members on many occasions that autopilot and/or auto-throttle use is smarter, safer, etc. In the same discussion, they also opine that making a personal choice to reduce automation use when conditions permit shows poor judgement and any number of similar statements. I know for a fact that my hand flying habits have aided me in the aircraft and the sim. I'm constantly amazed at the lack of confidence some pilots show when presented with an opportunity or requirement to hand fly more than the last 500 feet on final.
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