>I agree, it is one of many completely unnecessary jobs. The doors
usually
close at both ends. <
Some doors fit better than others. Slight distortion often means that
the door has to be pushed forward at the base as it is closed otherwise
the rear latch will not engage. Fitting door pulls and microswitches is
only half a day's work. Should any door latch not get engaged properly
the door will leave the aircraft once it is airborne resulting in a much
bigger job later apart from the flight safety implications. Fortunately
it has been some time since we had a door come off in flight. Perhaps we
are all being vigilant enough with our checks.
Regardless of whether these items are fitted make sure your doors are
closed properly before every flight.
Nigel Charles
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