cockpit

• Espace clos dans un avion, un vaisseau spatial ou une voiture de course où se trouve le pilote ou le conducteur et d'où il commande le véhicule.

A noun referring to the enclosed area in an aircraft, spacecraft, or racing car where the pilot or driver sits and controls the vehicle.

1. Aircraft compartmentB1formal

   The enclosed area in an aircraft where the pilot and co-pilot sit and control the plane.

   Poste de pilotage

   • The pilot entered the cockpit and began the pre-flight checks.
   • Modern cockpits are equipped with advanced digital displays.
   • Only authorized personnel are allowed inside the cockpit during flight.

   Synonymesflight deck

2. Racing car compartmentB2formal

   The driver's compartment in a racing car or other vehicle.

   cockpit de voiture de course

   • The Formula 1 driver climbed into the tight cockpit of his car.
   • The cockpit of a race car is designed for maximum safety.
   • He adjusted his seat and steering wheel in the cockpit before the race.