Safety skills when there is an emergency situation on the plane

When the plane has a problem, go into a safe sitting position and bend over your knees or fall into the back of the front seat. Calm helps you be more likely to live than panic.

According to Quoc Toan pilot (working in Ho Chi Minh City), recent aviation disaster has become a nightmare for mankind because of the catastrophic level of this most modern vehicle. Even many people are afraid to fly because of obsession when tracking information about a series of accidents.

There is one thing few people pay attention to, that is the number of people surviving in plane accidents is much higher than the death victims. A US study from 1993 to 2000 recorded 568 aircraft crashes in the country, with 51,207 passengers and crew surviving (accounting for over 90% of 53,487 victims). In many catastrophic plane crashes, more than 50% of victims survived death.

"It shows that there are a lot of possibilities to survive when the plane crashed, not scary as many people think," said Toan. Recognition of airlines around the world, about 30% of victims died when aircraft crashed could have survived if strictly complying with specific safety instructions, such as:

1. Install seat belts

Airplanes, like any other type of vehicle, can cause shocking problems that are unpredictable. In this case, people who do not wear seat belts are more likely to be injured. At least 90% of injured passengers did not wear seat belts.

"Passengers need to wear a seatbelt for the entire flight time, do not wait until the red light is on. Install the lower rope as much as possible in the pelvic area because this bone area has a solid structure, so it is highly resistant. safe sliding up near the stomach, you risk the damage to the organ, " Toan notes.

2. Carefully read the safety instructions and listen to the radio guide

Each type of aircraft has different safety instructions, so this information is always needed. Be familiar with the emergency evacuation techniques listed in the flight safety manual. If you're not sure, ask the flight attendants on the plane.

3. Safe posture when having trouble

Safe sitting posture helps to limit injuries when incidents occur. Sitting close to your knees will be better, but in case the seat is not large enough, stick your hands and head down close to the back of the front seat, place your feet close to the floor, put your hand baggage on the side of your seat. in advance to form a foot-impact reduction cushion with the chair. You can use pillows, coats, or soft objects to cover your head and back and make sure there are no sharp objects in your body.

Safe sitting posture on the plane.If possible, insert a pillow or soft object to cover the head and back to help reduce the impact pressure.(Photo: Wikihow)

4. Calm down

The more people who disregard safety instructions, the easier it is to panic and scream when something happens. In fact, keeping a cool head will give you more chances to live. Even in the worst accidents, you still have a chance to survive, it is important to calmly consider reasonable escape options and maximize opportunities. Remember that aircraft are regularly checked for safety. If you are afraid, pay attention to the flight attendants, they are calm and relaxed, which means everything is still under control.

5. Wear an oxygen mask before helping others

When the pressure in the aircraft decreases, the oxygen mask will automatically fall from the ceiling of the passenger compartment and in the restroom. Passengers should maintain their position, pull and tug the nearest mask, place on the nose and mouth to breathe normally and then hang the rope over the head and tighten the mask holding the mask.

Note: You should wear a mask first before helping children or accompanying guests. When a serious incident occurs, you only have 15 seconds to breathe before losing consciousness. This "gold" time will be less for drug addicts or respiratory circulation. Unconscious passengers also need to help them wear oxygen masks.

6. Keep away from dust

When the plane crashed, most of the deaths were caused by inhalation of dust. When there is fire smoke, use a cloth or cloth dipped with water to stand on the nose and mouth, in a low posture, quickly move toward the exit door ahead or whichever is closer towards the light on the floor . When jumping down the emergency sliding plate, remove high heels, put your feet down first, and sit down on the sliding plate in your two-handed posture to cross your chest.

7. Follow the instructions of the flight attendant

All attendants undergo rigorous training to cope with possible situations, so try to cooperate to increase the chances of life for everyone. Do not try to carry luggage to ensure your chances of survival. Try to identify fires and external obstacles to choose the safest escape route.

8. Keep at least 150m away from the aircraft

In case of being trapped in an unfamiliar, empty area, you must be near the plane to wait for rescue, but always keep a distance of at least 150m. Fire can happen anytime after an accident. If the plane lands on the water, try to swim away from the wreck as far as possible.

9. Safe luggage when flying

When traveling by plane, it is best to wear long pants, long sleeves and closed shoes. Sandals, sandals or high heels, entangled clothes make it difficult for you to move if something goes wrong. In cold air, have a jacket ready. In many cases, you must keep your body warm to survive. Sweater with thermal insulation, no fire conductivity even when wet is the best choice.