Recently, Michael posted:

On Mar 13, 12:28 am, "Andrew Sarangan" wrote:
So what are your thoughts on this? Is the ability to compute a flight
by hand really important? Are there important aspects I am
overlooking?

I think there is one important aspect you are overlooking. The
diversion.

(rest of an excellent post snipped for brevity)

I couldn't agree more with the points you've raised. We have become so
familiar with the shortcuts that computerization offers that we may lose
sight of the underlying principles. There is also merit in having some
notion of when the "computer solution" may not be the most prudent way to
proceed.

Even though I have written my own xc spreadsheets to reduce manual
paperwork and have had a GPS for years, I don't think that manual planning
is a waste of time. I don't leave on any long xc without my course and
options clearly marked on a sectional, because the more I do up front, the
more I can relax and enjoy the flight.

Regards,

Neil