SASless, well there are some manouevres I have done in the 155 that the only button being pressed was the force trim release (plus the 'huge smile' button
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In fact it is a misnoma to think that modern aircraft do it all for you; it's the usual garbage in, garbage out deal. I've seen pilots try to fly a hold with all the modes engaged (except FMS/NAV), but misinterpret the information and disapear up their own backsides (albeit very accurately with minimal height or airspeed loss.) Modern technology does not 'a good pilot make', it makes 'good pilot better' (or better able to do the jobe.)
Oddly enough, I have never gauged an aircraft by how macho it made me feel; perhaps there's a topic for further debate! I'd have thought the best controls were those that responded to a 'woman's touch' too, not some beefy gorilla stirring the big sticks around!
