Coding The Overhead Panel of a Bell 206 Simulator

This Arduino setup is a Coding Overhead Panel built to support switch/indicator interfacing for a Bell 206-style overhead control layout. Using an Arduino-based controller, the system is wired with dedicated input/output connections so each panel control (e.g., switches, selectors, or indicator lamps/buzzers) can be detected and controlled through programmed logic. In the photo, you can see the wiring harness and jumpers being connected to the Arduino and surrounding components, preparing the panel for its firmware. The wiring approach allows the overhead panel to be tested, sequenced, and integrated so the panel functions consistently with the intended Bell 206 style cockpit behavior.