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In principle, the system should be capable of dropping down to a stabilizing mode that relies on high-pass filtered rate and acceleration inputs. Even without GPS, the autopilot should+ provide dutch roll damping, short period damping, coordinated turning, and a few other stability control loops.

+ "should" means that it is technically possible, not that this particular flight control system does




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