There are some "markings" over the wings and the horizontal stabilizer. Could somebody explain what they are?
1 Answer
The darker areas denote where it is safe to step. Stepping outside of these areas could cause damage to the aircraft.
Here's a closeup of the warning:
(This happens to be a photo of Qantas Flight 32 after its un-contained engine failure)
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1$\begingroup$ New bottom-tier Ryanair ticket. In all seriousness, maintenance personnel are the most likely people to have to heed this warning. $\endgroup$ Feb 7, 2016 at 21:41
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1$\begingroup$ So the warning is printed both ways so it can be read by those already walking outside the allowed area? $\endgroup$– DJohnMFeb 8, 2016 at 7:40
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$\begingroup$ .. or someone on a step ladder, about to step onto the area $\endgroup$ Feb 8, 2016 at 9:22