Airlines implement an additional cockpit protection measure during flights: Reinforced Barrier Installed in Flight Cabins
Southwest Airlines has become one of the first U.S. airlines to adopt a retractable cockpit barrier, marking a significant step towards enhancing the security of the flight deck. The barrier, which resembles a gate rather than a solid door, entered service on one of the airline's Boeing 737 planes over the Labor Day weekend.
The introduction of the barrier is a response to calls from aviation labor unions since the September 2001 terror attacks. The safety measure is intended to protect the flight deck when pilots need to open the door, such as to go to the restroom.
Southwest Airlines plans to install cockpit barriers on every new plane it brings into service. However, the airline is yet to find an approved method for adding the barriers in existing planes in its fleet. As of now, there is no information available on other U.S. airlines currently working on installing secondary barriers in their cockpit columns.
The retractable cockpit barrier is a safety feature aimed at enhancing the security of the flight deck. It allows pilots to maintain control and privacy while still being able to access the cabin when necessary. The barrier is designed to be unobtrusive and not interfere with the normal operation of the flight deck.
Southwest Airlines is not yet able to install the barriers in its existing planes due to the lack of an approved method for doing so. The airline is working closely with Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to develop a viable solution.
The first Boeing 737 with the barrier entered service over the Labor Day weekend, making it the first plane with the barrier in service. The barrier has been well-received by both pilots and passengers, and Southwest Airlines is hopeful that it will become a standard feature across its fleet in the near future.
In conclusion, Southwest Airlines' adoption of the retractable cockpit barrier is a significant step towards enhancing the safety and security of the flight deck. The airline is one of the first to use this innovative safety feature, and it is working closely with Boeing and the FAA to find a solution for installing the barrier in its existing planes. The barrier is designed to be unobtrusive and not interfere with the normal operation of the flight deck, while still providing an additional layer of security for the flight crew.
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