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Old 04-04-2006, 10:34 PM
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Hi, I'm new at APC and i have a burning question...

I've heard of minimum height restrictions at some airlines, but my problem (hopefully not) is on the other end of the spectrum. I'm about 6'4"/193cm. Fit just fine in a C172 (close to finishing my private right now) getting in and out is less than ideal, but otherwise there's plenty of space.

I'm 99.9% certain that the military has a strict cap on height but what about the major/cargo/charter airlines?
 
Old 04-04-2006, 11:09 PM
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All the jets I've flown have adjustable rudder pedals and seats. I can't imagine your height being an issue.

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Old 04-05-2006, 05:57 AM
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You are right the military does have a height restriction due to the size of its aircraft's cockpits and their lack of adjustability for lack of a better word. But like HSLD said most if not all modern aircraft in the major's or regional's fleet has adjustable seats as well a rudder pedals. So no worries big man (im only 5' 7" so i can say that) you should not have a problem whats so ever! Good luck!
 
Old 04-05-2006, 02:24 PM
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I know plenty of airline pilots who are 6'4" or greater.
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Old 04-05-2006, 05:45 PM
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Well that's great to hear, thanks for the replies
 
Old 04-05-2006, 05:56 PM
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Serge,

I have a buddy that flies a Lear 35A and he is your height. You have nothing to worry about bud...

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