cockpit (n.)
1580s, “a pit or enclosed space for fighting cocks,” from cock (n.1) + pit (n.1). Used in nautical sense (1706) for midshipmen’s compartment below decks; transferred to airplanes (1914) and to racing cars (1930s).
The etymology of “cockpit” isn’t what they think it is.
You have to remember this is just another attempt for these people to justify their sick minds. The origin of the word is not what matters only what goes on below the waist.
I remember 1970 when the auto industry tried to change the name from “Driver’s seat” to “Cockpit”.
This BS happened 15 years ago in the Air Force. They tried to get rid of these two words and were roundly rejected by Air Force members. The Air Force COS asked for suggestions to replace “airman”, and the vast majority of female enlisted and officers said they were proud to be called Airmen. The leadership was - and remains - utterly out of touch with what’s important to the rank and file.
Colonel, USAF TGAJCR (ret)