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Old 22nd May 2016, 14:27
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May I ask the function/purpose of the triangular cluster of marble-size globes located on the central windscreen pillar of many civil aircraft. Thank you.
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They are to guide the pilots into the correct seating position. Align the 2 balls for your seat et voila! Simples
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Many Thanks for that.
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A more personal use is made by your own equipment during full up elevator control check.
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Unless you is a girl
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In which case it's not called the cockpit any more, it's called the box office.

Yeah yeah, I know, hat,coat......

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