Building Trust in the B-24 Autopilot: A WWII Game-Changer

During WWII, the B-24 Liberator's autopilot system, the Sperry C-1, was a revolutionary yet unfamiliar tool for pilots. Learning to trust this gyroscopic marvel became critical for high-altitude bombing missions and long flights over enemy territory. In this video, we explore how crews overcame skepticism, trained with precision, and relied on the autopilot for stability in the most dangerous skies. Discover the challenges and triumphs of building trust in one of WWII’s greatest aviation advancements. #shorts #history #youtubeshorts @Historybehindtheblade

[jamesmartin]

There was a ghost b17 that landed during ww2. The crew bailed out and set the autopilot to return to England

[OHz]

The autopilot may have worked but I think they’re still waiting for the bomb sight to work.