FAA Questions/Airline Transport Pilot/Question #33
flight instrumentsFAA-published sample question (ATM, Aug 2021)

In advanced avionics aircraft, proper automation management requires

A

relying on flight management systems to navigate in order for the pilot to perform other tasks.

B

a thorough understanding of how the autopilot interacts with other systems.✓ Correct Answer

C

the pilot to refrain from monitoring the automation after initial programming.

Explanation

The Advanced Avionics Handbook says proper automation management requires a thorough understanding of how the autopilot interacts with the other systems (navigation sources, flight director, modes). Relying on the FMS while attention wanders, or not monitoring after programming, are the pitfalls it warns against.

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