"Harley, Ageless Wings" wrote:

Mornin', Mike...

Though you all would be interested... TIMCO has been on TV news and the

internet news sites for a week or so, and here's a site of info about the
phase I cockpit security system we developed.<<

http://216.247.224.57/Secure%20Cockpit%20System%20100501/index.htm

(BTW...it takes awhile to load the files...so have patience.  It doesn't
seem to indicate anywhere that they are loading...appears to be a frozen
screen until the first slide shows up.  Then, step through them with the
arrow keys.)

Took a look at the site...your solution seems to be just reinforcing the
guide pins and latch strikers on some aircraft, and providing a bar to
prevent the opening of the doors on others.  What about the possibility of
using an axe to destroy the door, or at least provide enough access for a
terrorist to gain access to the rod to remove it?

Jet Blue just installed their doors that are axe proof and bullet proof
(Kevlar lined) as well as reinforced to prevent a forced entry.

Was this overkill on Jet Blue's part?

Or is that why your slide presentation mentions that this is just an early
part of a phased approach?

Harley

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The airlines are rapidly installing the bar configuration as we speak. The reason is 
it can be retrofitted quickly. The program will probably be complete within a week
or two. The passengers are not supposed to have axes or guns.

Paul Lamar
 
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