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ORTAC22
22nd May 2016, 14:27
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.

TopBunk
22nd May 2016, 15:01
They are to guide the pilots into the correct seating position. Align the 2 balls for your seat et voila! Simples

ORTAC22
22nd May 2016, 15:38
Many Thanks for that.

RAT 5
22nd May 2016, 16:12
A more personal use is made by your own equipment during full up elevator control check.

ETOPS
22nd May 2016, 17:19
Unless you is a girl :rolleyes:

Heatseeker
23rd May 2016, 08:22
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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