Originally Posted by
Negan
Why? Because it means less go arounds and more situational awareness and less workload. If you engage at 1000ft and disconnect at 500ft every time chances are there will be a lot less mistakes than flying manually. I personally enjoy doing manual sids and approaches with FD on but still anyone can follow a FD and do well.
Also a lot higher chance that your skills will deteriorate to the point that they can no longer be relied upon. Would you rather have another go-around, or fill out paperwork after the incident/accident?
What's wrong with a go-around anyway?