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Old 20th October 2011 | 01:34
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OK465
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Autopilot is the correct term for the autopilot in modern airliners.

The FMS provides much more than just auto-flight capability, and provides it independent of A/P engagement.

And not all Boeing FMS's, nor Airbus FMGEC's/FMS's are Honeywell.
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