Yes, airplanes have horns, often referred to as "mechanic horns," that serve a different purpose than car horns.
Airplane Horns: More Than Just Noise
While you might imagine an airplane using a horn to navigate traffic in the sky (which is not the case!), the real purpose is much more grounded. According to the provided YouTube video transcript, airplanes are equipped with a "mechanic horn" that's designed to:
- Get the attention of ground personnel. The horn is relatively loud for this reason.
This horn is not used for communication between aircraft or during flight operations in the same way a car horn is used on the road. It's strictly for ground-based communication and safety.
In summary, while airplanes do indeed have horns, their function is specifically for alerting ground crews and is quite different from the horn in a car.
