The term 'Instrument Board' can be summarized as a PANEL of instruments used to control and monitor the performance of an aircraft. It is also known as a flight deck, cockpit, or avionics bay. The term 'PANEL' is a five-letter word that is often used to refer to the instrument board. The instrument board typically contains a variety of gauges, switches, and other controls that allow the pilot to monitor and adjust the aircraft's performance.