Originally Posted by
ATNotts
Window blinds are closed on all passenger and flight deck windows. Is this to avoid fading of the furnishings and interior from sunlight?
Standard practice for any aircraft. Even aircraft parked for a day or two will be treated this way in warmer climates and cockpit shields at all times anytime of the year.
Sunlight (even in winter) can cause extensive screen damage to a glass cockpit as well as cause condensation to build up which could lead to a multitude of problems or even cause fires due reflection from the surfaces.
Then there's protection to maintain value, a sun scorched faded interior will devalue an aircraft massively.