The early 200 series had no vertical autopilot coupled modes, only CWS pitch. They did have alt hold, but some installations were so primitive that they required the pilot to engage it on reaching the required level-off. With no auto throttle either, so all climbs and descents required one pilot's hands on the wheel or ready to make corrections at all times. It was generally stable enough to allow one to finish that last cup of coffee.
BOAC, those days bred good handling and awareness, didn't they?
Last edited by Mach E Avelli; 25th Apr 2014 at 21:38.