Overhead Indicators
The overhead indicators offer information directly in the pilot's view and aid in situations where the pilot is focused and looking outside, such as during combat, landing or refueling with a tanker.
SHOOT Lights
A group of 5 lights is arranged around the canopy bow, illuminating when missile firing parameters are met. These lights do not illuminate when in visual intercept (VI) or Air-to-Ground modes.
Air Refueling Lights
Provide the status of the Air Refueling System while in use.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| READY | Illuminates when air refuel receptacle is fully extended. Turns off when boom is locked or receptacle retracted. |
| DISENGAGED | Illuminates when boom disengages during cycle, and remains lit until refueling system is reset. |
| L.H. FULL | Indicates left-hand external tank is full (also while refueling on ground). |
| CTR. FULL | Indicates centerline external tank is full (also while refueling on ground). |
| R.H. FULL | Indicates right-hand external tank is full (also while refueling on ground). |
Labs Pull Up Light
Illuminates and disengages during Loft and LABS bombing runs to provide timing sequence information to the pilot.
Standby Magnetic Compass
A standard magnetic compass for backup navigation assistance should the primary flight director systems fail. The compass should only be used in level flight. Compass deviation cards are found above the right canopy sill on each cockpit.
Angle of Attack Indexer Lights
A pair of indicators to the left and right of the HUD that provide quick confirmation of the current aircraft AoA state based on illuminated position and color.
Can also indicate weapon steering cues, and an aural tone system backs up the indication with audible cues. See 3.1.2 Flight Controls, Angle of Attack System section for details.
💡 The AoA Indexers are only lit with the right gear down.