Can both pilots be asleep?

They take turns napping and yes, they have both fallen asleep at the same time on a few occasions. Most long haul flights have two sets of pilots. Most modern aircraft that do the long hauls have bunks and relaxation places which are out of sight of the passengers.

Can both pilots leave the cockpit during flight?

At all times, at least one required crewmember must remain in the flight deck, seat belt fastened, while the other crewmember takes a temporary exit.

Can pilots carry guns in the cockpit?

Yes, some airline pilots do carry guns in the cockpit but carry a gun lawfully they must belong to a special program called the Federal Flight Deck Officers (FFDOs). This program requires special training and pilots who enroll have strict limitations on when they can use the firearm.

Do both pilots sleep during flight?

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