I live near a major airport and see commercial planes with huge front headlights shining in the night sky. What could they be good for way up in the sky, though? I get that when they are taking off/landing headlights are necessary. Why not give them lights like a boat, with a green in front and a red in back?
They got green and red on the sides so you can tell what direction they are going. And I would assume big white light in the front is indication of getting out of the fucking way.