Hijacking of a plane in mid air would be complex for hijackers as Federal Aviation Administration has asked plane makers to make some changes in the current design of commercials jets.
According to the FAA’s proposal, jet makers would require designing airplanes with stronger floors, bulkheads and ceilings that can better protect crewmembers and in case of a bomb onboard, then a shatterproof compartment would be require to place the bomb. FAA said the proposal would decrease aircraft vulnerability and increase aircraft survivability in the event of a bombing or hijacking.
The new proposed rule would be applicable on those planes that will be built by the end of this year or in the beginning of next year. The new rules won’t affect the already existing planes.
Alison Duquette, FAA spokeswoman said:
Following what we did after 9/11 replacing cockpit doors, this takes it a step further by improving areas such as bulkheads and floors in front of the cockpit.
Responding on new proposals, world’s two largest airplane makers Chicago-based Boeing Co. and European jet maker Airbus SAS said we are assessing the required modifications. Jim Proulx, Boeing spokesman said that We’re committed to working with the FAA and our customers to enhance the safety and efficiency of our air transport fleet. Industry sources said that it would enhance the cost of plane manufacturing up to $450 million over dozen of years.
