Ask the Captain: Can a plane land on autopilot in case of emergency?

Retired US Airways Captain John Cox explains why landing on autopilot still requires human intervention.

Pilots Answer The Mysterious Questions Behind Flight Rules and Air Travel

Planes Without Pilots - The New York Times

In case of emergency, can a passenger be allowed to land the plane, also mention if this incident has already happened? - Quora

50% of men surveyed think they could land a passenger plane. Experts disagree - NZ Herald

50 Fascinating Airplane Facts and Trivia to Know Before You Fly in 2024

Aviation safety - Wikipedia

Pilot Incapacitation - How to manage such an event?

Experienced crew struggled with instrument flight after 737 lost autopilots, News

How much should the autopilot fly? : Air Facts Journal

Next-Gen Autopilot Puts A Robot At The Controls

Team-buildingin the cockpit - AOPA