As some wit observed on a previous forum, pilots have become data input processors, rather than airmen. A modicum of truth in that..
Maybe at this time that is the natural progression. The pilot should be in command of his ship, and not actually flying it. The modern pilot should be a master of the automation, not beholden to it. With new "giant" aircraft, flying thousands of miles, aircraft must graduate to a new level of sophistication. And so should there commanders.