Messerschmitt Bf109E
Cockpit Details

 

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This view of the port cockpit wall shows the twin wheels governing elevator incidence and flap trim.

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Another port wall view gives further details on the throttle assembly and ancillary components.

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Moving to the starboard wall, this overview gives an idea of the amount of equipment shoehorned in this area.

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The fuse panel (Schalttafel) layout is detailed in this closeup.

 

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Lower instrument panel layout

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Upper instrument panel layout

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For those so inclined to add such detail, this is a view behind the zippered leather cover over the rear of the upper instrument panel.

 

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View of the pilot's seat from the front

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This view shows the mounting brackets for the pilot's seat

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The seat adjustment lever is permanently affixed to the seat itself, as shown here.  Also note the retention method for the shoulder harness.

 

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In this view of the cockpit with the seat removed, the lower fuel tank pickup can be seen along with a number of other salient details.

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The control column was not curved or bent as rendered in several kits; it was a straightforward affair.

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Admit it- you've always wondered about that strange central pedestal beneath the instrument panel in Emil cockpits... well, here's what it looks like.

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The rudder pedal bar assembly was surprisingly involved...

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... with a number of different linkages to ensure smooth and proportional operation.