I cannot switch on the cockpit light

Even with the manual from page 157++, I don't manage switch on any of cockpit light systems.

I turned the UV light knobs up etc and tried the switches. Can somebody give me a quick rundown what do I have to do?

Which version of the game? I've tested in 1.5.x and they do work allright, as long as You follow the instructions from the manual.

Just for a quick test - sitting in a cold&dark plane, flip the battery and nose light CBs on the right panel, and engine instruments CB on the left one. You should see the radio transceiver knob on the left being lit already. Rotate the left light knob and other white lights should start working. Rotate UV knobs on the right to the max, wait up to 2-3 seconds and the UV lights should pop-up (don't forget to turn them a bit down immediately afterwards, otherwise they'll blow in just a few next seconds). Mind You, all lights are rather poorly visible unless it's really dark outside.

Haven't tested in 2.0.x yet.

I didn't know that they blew! :megalol:

The lights went on sometimes and then out again after a few seconds. I thought this was a glitch or something Of course they were turned to the maximum every time. :joystick:

Thanks, I think this gives me a good idea what to do differently next time!!!

The lights went on sometimes and then out again after a few seconds. I thought this was a glitch or something

That snippet there, is something you should have mentioned in your op.

I've found that if it's really dark finding things initially is a challenge. But there is always the flashlight function to help you get started until you can power up the other lights.