Autopilot questions for small GA aircraft

Mxsmanic wrote in
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Robert M. Gary writes:

On the 182 (with G1000 KAP 140) we can doing full coupled approaches.
The autopilot takes over when the wheels leave the ground and I don't
kick it off until 200 feet. Full GPSS, etc.

Doesn't that take some of the alleged fun out of flying a small airplane?


You're an idiot.

Bertie

Mxsmanic wrote in
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Robert M. Gary writes:

I think you'll find that it is very odd for a high performance single
to not have some sort of an autopilot.

That's reassuring. I wouldn't want to fly anything without an
autopilot--

You couldn't fly anything, period.


Bertie

On May 19, 6:41 am, Mxsmanic wrote:
Robert M. Gary writes:
I think you'll find that it is very odd for a high performance single
to not have some sort of an autopilot.

That's reassuring. I wouldn't want to fly anything without an autopilot--a
good one.

Well you won't find one of a J-3 cub or a Cessna 150. For short
distance flights I don't even turn on the autopilot I have. Its kind
of like cruise control.

How much do autopilots for small aircraft cost? Do they have to be provided
for at the factory, or can they be retrofitted to an aircraft?

There are some very simple ones that can be installed for around
$12,000. More complete autopilots for a single engine will run to
around $50,000 installed.

-Robert

Mxsmanic wrote in
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Robert M. Gary writes:

I think you'll find that it is very odd for a high performance single
to not have some sort of an autopilot.

That's reassuring. I wouldn't want to fly anything without an
autopilot--a good one.

How much do autopilots for small aircraft cost? Do they have to be
provided for at the factory, or can they be retrofitted to an
aircraft?

The plane has no "off" switch for the autopilot because it was
certified as "full time". There is a red interrupt button on the yoke
but the second you release it, the autopilot is back in control. Some
pilots put rubber bands on the button to hold it down when they don't
want it.

I don't like that idea at all. Even airliners have positive
disconnects for the autopilot.

Not all moron, you're a fjukkwit.


Bertie

"Mxsmanic" wrote in message
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That's reassuring. I wouldn't want to fly anything without an
autopilot--a
good one.

You couldn't fly your desk without an autopilot, moron.


How much do autopilots for small aircraft cost? Do they have to be
provided
for at the factory, or can they be retrofitted to an aircraft?

Do you just talk to hear your head rattle?


I don't like that idea at all. Even airliners have positive disconnects
for
the autopilot.


I'll alert the media and the FAA. We'll ground everything without a
disconnect at once!

You're an idiot.

Time for someone to insult his mental state, isn't it?

I knew it was too good to last.

"Morgans" wrote in news:eY_3i.16$Oe2.9
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You're an idiot.

Time for someone to insult his mental state, isn't it?

I knew it was too good to last.


And you were right! I knew he'd be back. K00ks never go far.


bertie

Mxsmanic wrote:
Robert M. Gary writes:

I think you'll find that it is very odd for a high performance single
to not have some sort of an autopilot.

That's reassuring. I wouldn't want to fly anything without an autopilot--a
good one.

Why?? What difference does it make? For your average light aircraft
like I fly the autopilot is of limited use anyway. I use heading mode
infrequently at best.



How much do autopilots for small aircraft cost? Do they have to be provided
for at the factory, or can they be retrofitted to an aircraft?


There's a ****load of stuff that makes up an autopilot, apparently.
It's not just a control in front of you, there's all sorts of other junk
scattered round the plane..

The plane has no "off" switch for the autopilot because it was
certified as "full time". There is a red interrupt button on the yoke
but the second you release it, the autopilot is back in control. Some
pilots put rubber bands on the button to hold it down when they don't
want it.

I don't like that idea at all. Even airliners have positive disconnects for
the autopilot.



It does sound a bit strange, but as far as I am concerned you would have
to experience it to actually judge that.

Chris Nielsen writes:

Why?? What difference does it make?

You never know when having something to fly the plane for you for a few
minutes (or longer) might come in handy. Additionally, on trips of any
length, I'm pretty sure I'd get very tired of holding the controls all the
time.

For IFR flights, especially alone, an autopilot would be invaluable. It would
also be extremely useful in congested airspace when there are many other
things to do besides flying the plane.

At least that's how I see it. I like to have lots of options.

It does sound a bit strange, but as far as I am concerned you would have
to experience it to actually judge that.

Mooney aircraft seem to be unusual in many respects. Their Web site makes
them look like they build racing aircraft.

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"Mxsmanic" wrote in message
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You never know when having something to fly the plane for you for a few
minutes (or longer) might come in handy. Additionally, on trips of any
length, I'm pretty sure I'd get very tired of holding the controls all the
time.

Just demonstrates how little you know. Maybe you should actually try flying
an airplane sometime.


For IFR flights, especially alone, an autopilot would be invaluable. It
would
also be extremely useful in congested airspace when there are many other
things to do besides flying the plane.

Na, do that at home before you leave. Not the right group to give pointers
on that subject anyway.


At least that's how I see it. I like to have lots of options.

More like a lot of strange ideas.


It does sound a bit strange, but as far as I am concerned you would have
to experience it to actually judge that.

It's usually best if you experience most anything before you judge it. Odd
concept to you I'm sure, but someday you might grow up and find it to be
true.


Mooney aircraft seem to be unusual in many respects. Their Web site makes
them look like they build racing aircraft.


You seem to be unusual in every respect. I hear your website makes you like
like an absolute dope.