The Surprising Reason Pilots Keep The Cockpit Door Open During Boarding

Have you ever glanced toward the cockpit while boarding a plane and noticed it open? It may seem like a security risk, but ...
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This Is Why Pilots Leave Their Cockpit Doors Open Before Takeoff

You may have noticed airline pilots often leave the cockpit door open while passengers board and deplane; this isn't so you ...
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Airline reveals first plane with new barrier to protect cockpit from passengers

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - One of the country's leading airlines announced its newest planes would be outfitted with an extra security measure - a gate to prevent passengers from storming into the cockpit.

Delta Air Lines Flight Diverted After Fumes Fill Cockpit

A Delta Airlines flight leaving London bound for Boston had to make an emergency diversion Sunday after fumes filled the cockpit.
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Southwest Airlines Begins Flying First Plane With Secondary Cockpit Barrier

(Reuters) -Southwest Airlines began Friday flying its first jet with a secondary barrier to the flight deck designed to prevent intrusions. The plane - a Boeing 737 MAX 8 which was delivered in recent ...