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1. Using antimicrobial plastics that have enhanced compatibility with disinfectants for aircraft interiors.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, aircraft interior surfaces are being cleaned and disinfected in ways that can quickly degrade traditional plastic materials. New antimicrobial and disinfectant-resistant plastics initially developed for use in hospitals are now being specified for aircraft interiors. These materials are formulated to meet the stringent flame, smoke, toxicity, and heat-release standards required for commercial aircraft.
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