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Examining over 100 years of flight automation and the history of the autopilot

Aerotime

Largely gone are the days when pilots had to manually control their aircraft from engine start-up to shut down by keeping their hands rigidly fixed on the controls at all times. As a result, the first autopilot was developed to introduce an element of control on the trajectory of airplanes. What is an autopilot?

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What Is the Average Flying Altitude of a Commercial Plane?

Pilot's Life Blog

Flying a small plane at lower altitudes allows pilots to navigate visually and avoid the complexities of high-altitude air traffic control. At Leopard Aviation, we specialize in training new pilots to understand the nuances of altitude selection, ensuring they feel confident while mastering their skills.