Hello Dr. Mark,

I just saw your question about stick forces and autopilot.  Autopilots are a workload helper, especially in IMC.  

I am not a high time pilot, even though I started flying decades ago.  One thing that all of my instructors instilled into my flying disciplines, is never fly more "out of trim" than you must for a short period.  I usually fly with two fingers in straight & level flight.  (Multiple instructors = primary, commercial, aerobatic)

I find most stick pressures are associated with pitch changes, not roll.  That said, I am planning on an electric trim system, panel indicator and most likely stick control.

I hope this helps.

Great pictures!  Keep them coming, please.