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Airline Safety
There are certain statistics showing that around 80% of plane crashes are not fatal but end up with death due to passengers not knowing the proper course of action to take. While there is always a short safety presentation at the start of each flight, not all passengers know what to do still. Certain tips may be able to save lives and prevent unnecessary injuries if a plane crash should ever occur. By paying attention to what the flight attendants say can save you or another passenger’s life in the event of a plane crash. In addition, there is always a flight manual outlining the safety guidelines of the aircraft that you should review. During the flight attendant’s safety presentation the exits will be pointed out, along as shown in the manual. Knowing this will allow a passenger to quickly exist the airplane in the event of a plane crash. Hesitation can lead to injuries and fatalities. Knowing how to operate the emergency doors is also very important. If you are seated next to an emergency exit you will be asked if you are comfortable with having the responsibility. There are a few other airline safety measures that can help plane crash survivability. The airplane seats that are most desirable in instances of a plane crash, in most circumstances, are the exit, aisle, and wing exit seats. Appropriate dress measures can be taken as well. Avoiding synthetic materials can prevent the clothing from melting under high heats and burning your skin. If you have been injured or have lost a loved one in a plane crash, please contact us. |
Airline Safety
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Propeller Blade January 12, 2002, a Hamilton Sundstrand 568E propeller blade separated adjacent to the propeller hub on the right engine of an Anions de Transport Regional airplane. Shortly after takeoff the pilots felt high vibrations in the airplane as the right engine’s low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The fuel lever jammed when the pilots tried to show down the engine and they had to emergency land, leaving minor damage to the airplane. In-Flight Fires November 29, 2000, an American Airlines operated DC-9-82 was struck by lightning and had an in-flight fire that forced an emergency landing and evacuation, leaving minor damages |
