Why do the cockpit windows open on some aircraft?

You might be surprised to see large passenger airliners with cockpit windows that open. Here's why some cockpit windows open, and how it's done safely.
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NASA to Replace Aircraft’s Cockpit Window with 4K Video Screen—Testing Completed

NASA's aircraft cockpit window replacement, a 4k video screen, completes its testing and is now on its way for installation. NASA’s aircraft cockpit window will be replaced with a 4K video screen. Its ...
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Flying in first person: New RC aircraft brings first-person cockpit views to pilots

At CES 2026, Flywing Aero Technology showcased an RC aircraft that reframes what hobby flying can feel like. Instead of prioritizing cinematic aerial footage, the company designed its latest platform ...
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NASA tests video screen to replace supersonic X-59's cockpit window

At the Langley Research Center in Virginia, NASA has completed testing of the eXternal Vision System (XVS) 4K video screen that will take the place of the forward flight deck window for its X-59 Quiet ...
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Cockpit View of Planes Flying Past Shocks Internet: ‘Terrifying’

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. A video of a pilot's view of planes zooming by during a flight has gone ...