It's every air traveler's nightmare.
Sudden turbulence throws you backward.
Your plane is losing altitude quickly, and your seatbelt is jammed between the seats.
Oxygen masks drop from above, people scream, pray and clutch each other as the plane descends
downward at an improbable angle.
You think you're going to die, you don't know what to do because didn't pay attention to
preflight instructions.
Well let me start by telling you that none of that is going to happen, flying is the
safest mode of transportation in the world, and your chances of dying in a plane crash,
are about one in 11 million, this means that you are more likely to choke to death while
drinking water, but it does happen, and you can survive if you do some certain things
correctly: like don't fly in a plane in the first place haha.
While the odds of being involved in a plane crash may be slim, they’re not zero.
If it happened to you, would you know what to do to increase your chances of walking
away unhurt?
In this video, we'll fill you in on how you can best increase your odds of surviving a
plane crash.
So, anytime you want to travel by air, dress comfortably.
Please don’t dress to impress anyone to, dress for survival instead.
Heyyy beautiful ladies, please avoid your high heels and pencil skirts because you won’t
be able to run in them.
Wear something that feels and comfortable, like jeans and sports shoes.
Loose clothing poses a risk, as it can get snagged on obstacles in the close confines
of a plane.
If you know you’re going to be flying over cold areas, dress appropriately, and consider
keeping a jacket on your lap because you’ll need to be able to stay warm if you survive
a crash.
If possible, only pick Cotton or wool clothing as they are less flammable, because if there
is a post-crash fire, you'll want to be dressed in something that won't catch on that fire.
A report from the National Transportation Safety Board states that 70% of all plane
crash fatalities died of burn injuries and smoke inhalation.
So, you will be more protected from burns if you wear organic cotton or wool because
those materials don't melt like synthetic fabrics.
Also, take a face towel with you so you can use it as a breathing mask to avoid heavy
smoke inhalation.
Always remember the five-row rule.
You have a higher chance of survival if you're sitting in the exit row or within a five-row
distance from it.
So, whenever you board your flight, find the nearest exit and count the number of seats
that it'll take to get to it.
Because if a plane crashes, it could be smoky, loud, or confusing in the cabin.
If you need to escape, you might have to feel your way to the exit, which will be a lot
easier if you know where it is and how far it is.
You can even write down the number of rows to exit on your hand, so you'll have a quick
reference if you need to.
The safest seats on an aircraft are those at the back of the plane.
You know when a plane is crashing, it mostly goes nose first, this means that it's statistically
safer to fly economy than first-class.
Save money and stay safer.
Based on a study of aircraft accidents in the last 35 years, the fatality rate for seats
in the rear third of a plane during a crash was 32 percent.
The middle of the plane was the least safe, with a 39 percent fatality rate, while the
front was marginally safer with a 38 percent fatality rate.
So now you know you should dress to survive, know the five-row rule, also try as much as
possible to study the safety card, and listen attentively to the flight attendants.
I’m sure you know you know how to fasten your seatbelt.
But do you know how to put on the oxygen mask?
Do you know how to inflate the lifejacket?
Do know that if a plane crashes on water, you don’t inflate your life jacked till
you are out of the plane, if not you be trapped inside and won’t be able to get out?
please don't ignore the safety instruction and watch the flight crew point to the emergency
exits nearest to you as well.
Have an evacuation plan in mind, because if it comes to the worst, you won't have time
to figure out the quickest route to safety.
You know the five-row rule, right?
Okay here is another one: always remember the plus three minus eight rule.
Based on data on aircraft accidents in the last 35 years, 13 percent of fatal accidents
occur during a flight's takeoff and initial climb phase, or the first three minutes of
a flight.
However, the descent and landing, or the final eight minutes of the flight, are far deadlier,
accounting for 48 percent of all fatal accidents.
So, it's critically
important that you stay focused and alert during those time intervals.
Don't take alcohol before your flight because it will get you too relaxed and less vigilant.
Try not to fall asleep until the reaches its cruising altitude, also try and wake up before
landing.
Make sure your seat belt is fastened securely, and your shoes are on, if you’re traveling
with your wife or girlfriend, make sure she’s wearing flats and not high heels because she
won’t be able to run in them.
Always keep your emergency action plan in mind despite that a crash is super unlikely
to happen.
Just have a survival plan so that you'll know what to do in case the super unlikely happens.
When the plane is making an emergency landing.
The crew will ask you to brace for impact, at this point, Assess the situation.
Try to determine what surface the plane will land on so you can customize your preparations.
If you’re going to be landing in water, for example, you’ll want to put your life
vest on, though you need to wait till you’re out of the plane to inflate it.
If you’re going to be landing in cold weather, you should try to get a blanket or jacket
to keep you warm once outside.
Plot out the general course you'll be on ahead of time, so you'll have some idea of where
you are when the plane crashes.
If you're flying from New York to California, you can be fairly certain you won't be landing
in the ocean, but if you are flying from California to Hawaii, be prepared to survive in the Pacific
Ocean.
It's a good idea also to remove all sharp objects from your pockets because they might
give you injuries, check if your seatbelt is securely fastened.
It will help minimize the effect of gravity force on you.
Zip up your jacket and make sure your shoes are tied tightly to your feet.
Then assume one of two standard brace positions used for surviving a plane crash and try to
remain calm.
In either position, your feet should be flat on the floor and further back than your knees
to reduce injuries to your feet and legs, which you will need in order to successfully
exit the craft after impact.
Place your legs as far under the seat as possible to avoid breaking your shin bones
As soon as the plane hits the ground and comes to a stop, try as much as possible to leave
in at most 90 seconds, because fire spreads unbelievably quickly, and consumes everything
in its way.
So, only celebrate your survival when you exit the aircraft and move to a safe distance
from it.
Most people underestimate the power of fire and believe it would take around half an hour
for a plane to burn down to ashes, but this is entirely false.
According to surveys, it takes just a minute and a half, so try and use your time wisely,
and follow the safe escape rules.
You won’t have time to think, that’s why you should always have an escape strategy
in mind, don't panic, you will only waste your time.
Once the plane is on the ground or water unfasten your seat belt as fast as possible and quickly
move to the exit.
Don't try to look for your luggage, because will only slow you down, keep your hands free,
avoid inhaling smoke, protect your mouth and nose with your clothes.
Once you get out of the plane, run away from it as fast as possible to save yourself from
the explosion.
Always be prepared, remember how to dress for survival, remember the 5-row rule, remember
to sit at the back of the plane, remember not to panic, also don't let the fear of flying
stop you from going places.
Airplanes are becoming safer and safer.
So whenever you board a plane, just relax and trust you are in good hands.
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Thank you.