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Originally Posted by Nick
Just had a go at climbing into the seat after standing on a step ladder next to it. Not that easy getting in that's for sure (and this is supposed to be a large cockpit compared to the Camel!). Squeezing in between the Vickers even with no stick there at present is tight. Okay I did make a few engine noises whilst there and let loose a few pot shots at a passing DVII 
The Snipe to my knowledge never had a wing mounted MG, so I guess, unless someone comes up with another use, they're to stand on getting in and out.
Cheers, Nick |
Nick I think they are for protecting the aileron cables and perhaps stop them fouling on the pilot's feet. Here's a WIP pic of my interpretation in the cockpit of the FSX model, from a while back.
