Why Do Control Towers Have Slanted Windows?

Large airports are slightly different all over the world, but one constant is the ubiquitous air traffic control tower, which always has windows that slope toward the tower at the base.

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Guess I shouldn't post the answer just yet. LOL

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so there is a definite answer? i always figured so you could look downward toward the taxiways better. flat upright windows are hard to see out of at angles sometimes.

that was just a guess...school me please

Yes there is a definite answer. I'll PM ya so I don't give it away just yet.

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And the answer also ties into why the ceilings of the tower are painted black.

ok pm me the answer

It must be to prevent glare.

whats the answer???

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In fact the benefit is not for those outside the tower but those inside it. Ordinarily, we see (and ignore) reflections in glass all the time, for example from computer monitors or car windows. But air traffic controllers must not have any distracting reflections as they monitor flights. By tilting the glass away, any errant light from inside the tower (such as video screens, lights, etc.) are reflected up onto the ceiling, which is painted black.

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