Re: [OM] IMG: Some Closeups of the Twin Otter

[Michael R. Collins]

Have heard that explanation, and also that it's easier to maintain 
throttle position during the "shock" of touching down on the water.
Michael

On 16-10-06 2:14 PM, Ian Nichols wrote:
> On 6 October 2016 at 18:48, Jim Nichols <jhnichols@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> > I had not given much thought to the cockpit arrangement, but quickly noted
> > that the engine controls are on the ceiling, something I normally associate
> > with seaplanes.
> Presumably for the same reason?  i.e. it's easier to route them to the
> high-wing mounted engines?
>
> Ian
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