Airbus Urges Use Of Certified Accessories Only On Cockpit Windows

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Non-certified window accessories risk overheating, Airbus cautions.

Credit: Airbus
LYON—Airbus is recommending pilots avoid the use of non-certified equipment, such as sunshades and suction cup-mounted tablet holders, on cockpit windows to avoid compounding heating system failures. While such malfunctions are rare, the presence of non-certified accessories can create thermal...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe.  

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