automatic pilot

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a device for keeping an aircraft on a set course automatically; also used figuratively to describe actions done without conscious thought

pilotADJECTIVE + pilot

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automatic

Examples (10)

  • The aircraft was set on automatic pilot.
  • She worked on automatic pilot, her hands carrying out the necessary movements.
  • Once the plane reached cruising altitude, the crew engaged the automatic pilot.
  • He felt like he was living his life on automatic pilot, going through the motions without really thinking.
  • The long drive made him feel as if he was driving on automatic pilot.
  • The advanced automatic pilot system maintained a steady course despite the turbulence.
  • During routine tasks, it's easy to switch to automatic pilot and lose focus.
  • The flight instructor demonstrated how to activate the automatic pilot.
  • After years of experience, many tasks become second nature, almost like performing them on automatic pilot.
  • The modern airliner's automatic pilot can handle most phases of flight.