Any training to be current has to be ongoing and that includes handling skills. There have been some accidents with the airlines where the FAA have noticed a lack of currency in basic handling skills and are requiring more in that area under test.
it may well be that ATPLs initially flew light aircraft but can become totally engrossed in automatics.
we make a habit of hand flying where possible below RVSM airspace in corporate jets and I know even Easy Jet are encouraging that now when conditions permit as there is a tendency to get wrapped up in automation and to become button pusher pilots
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