Orientation From the outside, most flights appear serene and stable. The aircraft climbs smoothly, cruises effortlessly at altitude, and descends without a hitch. Nothing seems amiss. But inside the cockpit, true stability demands relentless vigilance. Subtle corrections. Precise trim adjustments. Unwavering focus on power, attitude, and airspeed. The plane may look rock-steady to observers on the ground. Yet the pilot alone discerns the truth: Is this equilibrium natural—or