On 2006-10-21, Mxsmanic wrote:
Can you use an autopilot when training for or being examined for an
instrument rating, or do you have to fly the aircraft by hand?

In my multi-engine instrument checkride, I used the autopilot on several
occasions. The examiner will expect you to know how to use all the
equipment in the aircraft, and demonstrate correct cockpit resource
management. In real world IFR this very much means the autopilot is an
important tool - and if you have one, the examiner will expect you to
know how to use it and demonstrate its use.

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