right hand at the top of the circle (at the 12 o'clock
position) and fire using his thumb. I would think this would get
tiring on the wrist

I don't think Dowding expected his pilots to survive long enough to
sue him for carpal tunnel syndrome

As to the main question, it's a good one but I can't help. I can't
imagine a fighter without a stick. As a matter of fact, I don't
particularly like using a wheel on any aircraft, especially when
taxiiing.

all the best -- Dan Ford
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