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A plane crash is a terrifying experience, and the very idea is enough to make many people avoid flying altogether. Although much of what¡¯s happening will probably be beyond your control, there are a number of things you can do to increase your chances of survival. Here are some guidelines.
Certain choices before your flight can mean the difference between life and death of an emergency situation arises. When you purchase your tickets, try to get an aisle seat in the tail end of the plane. Statistically, it¡¯s safer to sit in the rear of the plane than the front (sorry, but that removes first class as an option). Once you¡¯re aboard, pay attention to the safety instructions even if you¡¯ve heard them a hundred times before. The panic and chaos of an emergency can make it impossible to recall what the flight attendant said two months ago when you took that vacation to Florida.
Once the plane takes off, count the rows between you and the emergency exits in case power failures or smoke reduce your visibility. Keep your seat belt on when you¡¯re sitting, and don¡¯t wander around unnecessarily. Put your tray up when you don¡¯t need it.
The procedures followed during an inflight crisis vary widely depending upon the situation. Follow the directions given by the airline staff - they¡¯ve been trained for these events. If it¡¯s obvious that there will be a crash, put your head between your knees or against the seat. If you have a pillow or a blanket, put it on your lap. The theory here is that if you¡¯re going to be thrown forward anyway, you¡¯ll reduce possible injuries by assuming that position beforehand. Most importantly, don¡¯t panic! Breathe slowly and deeply and think about where the nearest emergency exit is located.
After impact, you will hopefully be able to unbuckle yourself and move toward the exit. This is a crucial time. Many airplane crash deaths and injuries occur not because of the actual crash but because of the fire that erupts afterward. Don¡¯t try to bring your carry-on luggage. Stay low, but don¡¯t crawl or you could be trampled. Watch the floor lights; those near emergency exits will be red. Go through the exit one person at a time.
In a typical plane, you¡¯ll slide down an inflatable ramp after exiting. These are very strong, so don¡¯t be afraid of punctures. Help at the bottom in whatever way you can. A flight attendant may ask you to help people off the ramp. If not, consider joining those already off and moving them as far from the plane as possible. Look for injured people and assist them. Comfort those who are panicked, especially children. If possible, look for a place to call 911.
Occasionally planes crash in remote areas. This compounds fear and confusion. Try to find or make a clear space away from the wreckage for people to rest and get their bearings. Emotional trauma can be just as exhausting as physical injuries, so don¡¯t expect people to be up and ready to move. In this situation, think about the most basic human needs before trying to find help. Assuming you¡¯ve done what you can for the injured, your first priority is to find clean water. With that taken care of you can focus on getting help, finding food, creating shelter, and salvaging what you can from the wreck.
No matter what happens, stay calm. Remembering this statistic might help: almost 60% of people involved in airplane crashes survive. Following these tips will increase those odds even more.
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