rotorbrent,
I would rather fly in a new C++ than go back to a 20,000 hr A++ anyday of the week
If you are serious about that statement then you need to take a long hard look at the maintenance department of your company, because before long all your shiny new C++'s will be that age too and by your account as dangerous/unsuitable for you.
The plastic screens have been around as an STC for years. I fitted a few in the mid '90's, if I recall they were from T*** ***l.