Autopilot Selector Switch Panel Type N-1, USAF E-4 System,, C-130, 658421 Cold War This example has "US AIR

This example has "US AIR FORCE" embossed on its face above center

Another press of the crown stops the hands

Right Main

as used in versions of the heavy bomber B-24 (see photo of instrument panel from a B-24 Flight Manual showing the location of the indicator)

and a metal case with a rubber-lined compartment

Autopilot Selector Switch Panel Type N-1, USAF E-4 System,, C-130, 658421 Cold War This example has "US AIRThis is an example of an Autopilot Selector Switch Module, Type N 1, for the USAF Autopilot Type E 4 (aka as the Sperry A 12 Gyrosyn Automatic Pilot System). The E 4 System was used in the late 1940 1950's and was still in use in some 1960's aircraft. Lockheed C 130 Hercules transports used this system, as well as civilian aircraft such as DC 3 and DC 6. It has a date stamp of October 1954. The panel is experienced but a fine artifact. The knobs turn.