FAQ-Session Part 2 – Hand-Flying vs. Autopilot
Episode 3 of Aviation-Quest.cc – Stories from Above continues the special FAQ series with a deep dive into one of the most frequently asked questions airline pilots face: How much hand-flying is left in a modern cockpit?
Airbus A320 pilot Stefan Lorenz shares fascinating insights into how the aircraft is really flown — from autopilot modes to the unique side-stick controls that make the Airbus philosophy so distinct. Together with co-host Jürgen Reis, he compares the “two worlds” of flying: from the simplicity and raw stick-feel of gliders and small GA aircraft to the complexity and teamwork behind airline operations....