Airplane travel is a wonderful advancement in the world of transportation, allowing us to travel to visit distant friends and family in a matter of hours. However, flying on a plane may seem to be a frightening experience, especially if you are a first-time flyer. To help increase your level of safety while flying, there are a few simple tips you may follow to make your flying experience much safer.
1. Always Keep Your Seat Belt Fastened.
When on board an aircraft, even light turbulence can cause injuries. In order to avoid being injured due to turbulence or other emergencies, it’s highly recommended that you keep your seatbelt fastened at all times. If you must leave your seat, try to return as soon as possible. Many turbulence-related injuries occur when passengers are out of their seats.
2. Listen to the Safety Instructions.
Even if you are a frequent flyer, it’s still highly recommended that you pay close attention to the safety briefing at the beginning of your flight. In the event of an emergency, knowing where the closest exit is just might save your life. In addition to this, the safety features on each aircraft may be slightly different. By having a general knowledge of the safety features of your plane, you will be able to increase your chances of survival in an emergency.
3. Overcome Your Fear of Flying.
In reality, your odds of dying in a single plane flight are 1 in 7.35 million, as an average of the best and worst airlines. [1] With this in mind, try to overcome the natural fear that many people experience during a flight, or during periods of unexpected turbulence. By staying calm, you will be able to act much more effectively in the case of a real emergency.
4. Report Suspicious Behavior.
While it is not recommended that you become paranoid about the other passengers on your plane, it’s still important to be aware of their behavior. If you see another passenger acting strangely, in a manner that makes you suspicious of their actions, alert a flight attendant immediately. If your suspicions are validated, the pilot will be notified, and appropriate action will be taken by the flight crew.
5. Follow the Instructions of the Flight Crew.
Even if the requests by the flight attendants seem irrational, it’s essential that you follow their instructions. For example, many airplanes have a rule that prohibits cell phones from being used for the duration of most flights. Certain cell phone signals are thought to disrupt the navigational equipment on the plane, causing aeronautical issues. Even if this seems to be unreasonable, it’s best to obey all rules on your aircraft without question.
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[1] http://www.planecrashinfo.com/cause.htm
