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In a F-16, there is an acronym called HOTAS (hands on throttle and stick) all the controls for flying and shooting are on them. pilot doesn't have to move his hands from ether in combat. Also, the stick does not move, it responds to the pilot "bending" it (strain gages) and it is on the right side. But, on long flights there is a autopilot and pilots carry "piddle packs" There like waterproof zip lock bags with a compressed sponge in it. Pee and seal. dispose back at the base.
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