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The Airplane Lighting System

10.18.10

Airplanes have one of the most complicated computer systems. A pilot has to train hard and gain a lot of flying hours in order to become a very good pilot. It’s in his skills that the life of the passengers depend. As you look at the airplane’s navigating system, there are many buttons. There are buttons exclusively for lights. Pilots are the only ones allowed to operate it. The crew members are allowed to operate the lighting and air-conditioning systems for the passenger area. I remember the first time I travelled by plane. As expected, I was excited. I boarded the plane at 10:30 in the morning. I noticed that only few lights were on. Obviously, lights were not needed much because it’s a daytime travel. As the plane took off, I looked out of the window and saw the beautiful city where I was born. The aerial view of the city was magnificent. When the plane stabilized, we were told that we may stand if we wish to go the restroom. I was the first to stand up. I told myself before boarding the plane that I want to experience urinating in the plane while it is on air. As I entered the restroom, I was about to switch on the bathroom lighting when suddenly the lights went on. It was automatic. I went back to my seat and told myself that I was able to do what I planned to do. An hour after, the plane landed to our destination. Before I left the plane, I was looking at the lighting system. They are hi tech and can be operated by pushing the button gently. I was impressed with its computerized system which includes its lighting system.