NEW RULE EXPANDS USE OF AUTOPILOTS FOR TAKEOFFS
A revision to FAR Parts 121, 125 and 135 now permits the use of the autopilot for takeoff and initial climb. Previously, the rule prohibited this use of the AP below 500 feet agl. The new rule requires operators to obtain specific FAA approval of the AP system and the procedure. Part 91 operators...
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