Mobility
Tesla FSD draws attention in Australia on a path similar to aircraft autopilot
Interest in Tesla\'s Full Self-Driving (FSD) is rising in Australia, with local discussions likening it to commercial aircraft autopilot. Former Qantas pilot David Nye says aviation shows humans cannot match machines in sustained multi-dimensional attention and that future drivers may mainly monitor automation. He credits autopilot with reducing fatigue and improving safety but warns it can weaken manual skills. Nye shares positive ownership and FSD driving experiences, while debate continues over benefits, risks and industry impact.