Originally Posted by
rickair7777
SWA and legacies use rubber bands, have for a very long time, and still do on the few older birds left. I don't think the FAA cares.
Just because someone else is doing it makes it ok? Come on man. Our safety system drove a fleet upgrade to locking INT switches. Perhaps other airlines should make this small modification that’s done correctly with OEM and regulatory approval? It’s not difficult or that expensive.