Batch 1
Batch 2
Batch 3 - Cardboard mockup version 2.0 (00-02-26)
Batch 4 - First panel photos (00-07-12)
Batch 5 - Another major revision (02-07-24)
Index
Batch 1
Batch 2
Batch 3 - Cardboard mockup version 2.0 (00-02-26)
Batch 4 - First panel photos (00-07-12)
Batch 5 - Another major revision (02-07-24)
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This is a side view of the bucket. Note the hole in the side - by moving the monitor a bit, and turning it 90°, I will be able to access the computer from either side of the cockpit (I will put one of two keyboards on the outside). |
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This one shows the front. |
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And this is from the rear. |
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This is a close-up of the bottom of the seat. Note the spacer used to tilt the seat backwards. |
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The panels, obviously. The panels are held to the bucket by bolts and nuts and detaches easily for transport. |
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This one shows the reinforcements mounted under the panels. Note that they are only attached to the panels. |
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Here are the bolts that hold the panels. |
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Side view. You can see the recently added cardboard mockup. |
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Side view from the rear. My Windows wallpaper, btw, is from Rogue Spear. |
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The inside of the cockpit. Speakers to the rear, FLCS to the right, and TQS to the left. The pedals are CH ProPedals. I have added the left-hand wall since this picture was taken. |
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Another side view. As you can see, I have some work to do to make the "outside" workstation even close to ergonomic. Also visible here is the roller-equipped plate the monitor sits on. |
Batch 3 - Cardboard mockup version 2.0 (00-02-26)
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Side view. 'Nuff said. |
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Right rear quarter. You won't recognize the rear wall, but it is a leftover from the very first prototype. |
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Looking over the pilot's right shoulder. Showing front and left consoles. |
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The bottom part of the new seat. I mounted it on an old chassis allowing a small front/back adjustment. |
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Another view of the office. This one shows the right console. |
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Front view of the seat. Note the new cover on the lower part. It is an old and used seat, and there are large holes in the fabric underneath it. |
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Front console. |
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Side view. |
Batch 4 - First panel photos (00-07-12)
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A selection of panels. |
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Closeup of the engines control panel. |
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Same panel from the rear. |
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Reverse side of the chaff/flare control panel and the TWS lights. |
Batch 5 - Another major revision (02-07-24)
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Side view. |
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Another side view. |
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An over-the-shoulder shot of the front panel. Notice the two gaping holes. This is where the MFDs will go. |
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Close-up of the flight controls. |
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Side view of the stick mechanics. |
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A back-lit LCD display I managed to acquire for free. I have two or three of these somewhere, plus a bucket-full of (highly technical) documentation. |
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The remains of a gutted Thrustmaster TQS throttle quadrant. I will attach this to a new lever eventually. |