Freeupgrade,
I agree with you. I have been on 12 flights since 9/11 and everyone one of them has had a different standard. FC lav cannot be used. FC lav can be used but do not stand in aisle waiting to use. FC lav can be used no restrictions. Seems like each crew is making their own rules.
I also agree that use of the FC lav had nothing to do with the tragic events of 9/11. Seems to me that we continue to treat the symptons not the cause.
Plus, since AA has announced the completion of reinforced cockpit doors, use of the FC lavs should no longer be an issue.