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Old 03-08-2009, 06:04 PM
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... A couple of years ago I rode in the jumpseat of a UAL 777 from ORD-LAX. The FO had just finished OE and handflew from 32L to 380 and from 380 to touchdown on 25L.
Maybe he/she was prepping for an interview?

I too agree that it increases the workload on the PM a whole lot, especially in busy airspace...
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Old 03-09-2009, 08:24 AM
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The captain didn't seem too upset. The profile into LA is just a really long final. It was severe clear we could see the ocean from over PSP. Not too much work for the PM at all. I've flown with a few people who handfly below 180. I have no problem with it. The autopilot can be deferred you better be able to fly the airplane.
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Old 03-09-2009, 04:24 PM
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The autopilot can be deferred you better be able to fly the airplane.
Not so fast my friend, have you heard of RVSM?
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Where does it say we have to fly in RVSM? I've done four legs with the autopilot deferred. Eastbound at 270 and westbound at 280.
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"The autopilot can be deferred you better be able to fly the airplane."

Ok Maverick, we'll do our best...
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Old 03-14-2009, 02:30 PM
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Where does it say we have to fly in RVSM? I've done four legs with the autopilot deferred. Eastbound at 270 and westbound at 280.
That is just awesome my friend... RVSM starts at 290 last time I checked and yes you need the A/P engaged.
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