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About Ned Dolan
Expertise
38 years as a professional pilot. Worked as an instructor for a major airline, as a tow pilot towing gliders and flew international routes until 1998. Do not know much about the maintenance end of the business.

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Teaching new Captains the skills and knowledge needed to occupy the position. Helping develop procedures for use in a new airplane type. (B757)
 
   

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Aviation/Flying - Aircraft Lighting


Expert: Ned Dolan - 5/26/2006

Question
Why do aircraft dim the cabin lights on take off and landing ?

Answer
B.J., I  have been told that the reason for dimming the cabin lights before landing and take off is to acclimatize your eyes to the outside conditions. It is a safety precaution that would help you see outside in case of an accident.  

Sorry this reply took so long, I was out of town.  Ned

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