Canopy Control Handle

canopyhandle The canopy control handle controls canopy operation and is located on the right cockpit wall. The handle is mounted downwards beneath the box containing the handle mechanism and the handle position texts. The canopy control handle is duplicated in the pilot cockpit.

No.ControlFunction
1BOOSTCloses the canopy using boost, used during cold weather or with a strong headwind.
2CLOSECloses the canopy, the default position during flight.
3HOLDHolds the canopy at the current position for any position other than closed.
4OPENOpens the canopy.
5AUX OPENAllows manual opening of the canopy if system pressure is too low.