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Do all pilots have the same uniform?
Pilot uniforms are typically similar in design to that of some military officer uniforms as traditionally, military and commercial aviation share the same heritage. Each airline has a unique uniform design for its pilots, some more subtle than others, although they are clearly generally similar in their make-up.
Why do pilots have uniform?
It is important that passengers know who is in control of the craft. The flight crew needs to command respect and authority from passengers, especially during emergency situations. Hence, for airlines to distinguish the crew from ordinary passengers, pilots were made to wear customised uniforms.
Do pilots get to choose what plane they fly?
In an airline setting in the US, yes. Pilots can choose from whatever airplane their airline operates and bid to fly it. Seniority will determine who gets to fly what, but most pilots considerations are base, trips and then airplane.
Why does the pilot sit on the left?
After World War I, most aircraft had left-turned rotary engines since they followed the engine torque. It was also easier to turn left than to turn right. This lets the captain pilot control the aircraft in order to prevent a collision. Thus, the captain pilots are seated on the left side of the cockpit.
Why do pilots have to wear the same uniform?
All pilots have to wear SOME uniform not necessarily the SAME uniform. It’s all about exercising command and authority in emergency situations where instant identification of the crew from whom to follow instructions is needed. Some standardised colour combinations and stripes to identify hierarchy also helps.
What is it like to be an Air Force fighter pilot?
Currently, Air Force fighter pilots are generally more specialized and focused on the air-to-air role. That focus involves a lot of radar training and intercept work as well as some dogfighting.
What is the difference between the Navy and the Air Force?
The Air Force also has bases around the world, some in garden spots like Bagram, Afghanistan and Incirlik, Turkey. Once again, the big difference between the two services is Navy fighter pilots spend a lot of time aboard aircraft carriers at sea.
How does a plane follow its course?
It only follows the course, horizontally and vertically, that the pilot controls it to fly. The way it turns from one heading to another is by temporarily banking to one side, exactly like a bicycle. The way it changes altitude above the ground is by using more or less power.