Example sentences for: autopilot

How can you use “autopilot” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • On commercial aircraft, the autopilot and autothrottle are controlled by an advanced onboard navigational computer called the flight management system (FMS).

  • When human pilots take control--usually during takeoff and landing, and occasionally in mid flight--it's largely because they need to stay in practice, not because the autopilot would be unable to fly safely.

  • ? McCain was the only one who came across as smart, informed, and seemingly unscripted, though even he, in the wrap-up, seemed a little bit on autopilot.

  • If a pilot doesn't disengage the autopilot before taking control, the FMS interprets his movements as outside forces and instructs the autopilot to work against them.

  • In the Washington Post , Archer accuses Democrats of supporting "big government on autopilot " and argues that the cuts epitomize compassionate conservatism.


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