Originally Posted by
megan
It concerns me that Robinson has the switch positions labelled on the instrument panel and not on the switch itself. All the switches I'm familiar with have the markings on the switch itself.
FYI: you'll find those markings on the switch in your pic is just a keyed metal tag. There are only several switch manufacturers out there with Bendix on top.
What has not been mentioned is that if an owner doesn't like the magneto switch installed on their aircraft they have the option to change it legally via an alteration. Have done several. For the aircraft OEM to change that switch it usually doesn't pass the "bang for buck" review on the cost. Those switches are basically bullet-proof provided they are maintained (and used) properly.