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    PILOT RIGHT WINDOW ASSEMBLY.pdf

    I often leave my airplane tied down during the day while visiting another airport and wanted a locking capability to the windows and baggage compartment. The attached drawing shows a slightly modified window mechanism using an Allen bolt as the axle of the window latch. A small hole in the window bezel allows me to turn the latch from the outside with an Allen key. Not completely a locking door but probably enough security.

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    But if you crumple the airplane like Bob did, how do rescuers get the window open to get the door open, to get you out?

    John Ciolino
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    • #3
      Thanks for the reply. Opening the door will open both the window and door simultaneously. Door has separate lock.

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      • #4
        Good idea, I like it.
        Nev Bailey
        Christchurch, NZ

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