Aeronautics and astronautics – Aircraft control – Pilot operated
Patent
1989-10-06
1991-10-15
Focarino, Margaret A.
Aeronautics and astronautics
Aircraft control
Pilot operated
74478, 74512, 74480R, 74522, B64C 1306, B64C 1902
Patent
active
050567420
ABSTRACT:
A modular, pedal-type rudder, brake, and nose gear steering control assembly for an aircraft. The modules are installed below the instrument panel in the cockpit of the aircraft, thus avoiding the need for floor or bulkhead penetrations. Mechanical linkage arrangements are provided for dual side-by-side pilot stations. Adjustable positioning of control pedals relative to each pilot is provided. Pedal adjustment is accomplished by moving the pedals toward or away from a pilot along an arcuate path to an extent dependent upon the length of the pilot's legs. The arcuate path of adjustment is inclined upwardly with respect to the horizontal, providing ergometrically improved operation of the control pedals.
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Focarino Margaret A.
Kannofsky James M.
The Boeing Company
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