SECRETS OF FLYING SMART
MAKING YOUR SAFE TRIP EVEN SAFER
When you fly on the
commercial airlines of the United States, you are flying on the safest, most
efficient form of transportation. When the rare accident
does occur, more and more people survive due to advances in aircraft
manufacturing and design, air traffic control technology, emergency
planning, and cabin safety.
Aviation manufacturers, air carriers, and the
Federal Aviation Administration are proud of their contributions to
aviation’s impressive safety record. You, the air traveler, play a
very important role in aviation safety. You can take responsibility for your
own safety.
- Listen To The Safety Briefing
- Keep Your Seat Belt Fastened
- Wear Sensible Clothing
- Acceptable ID
Fly Smart. Be
responsible for your safety and make your safe trip even safer.
LISTEN TO THE SAFETY BRIEFING
Fly Smart travelers always
listen to the safety briefing, because they know that every aircraft is
different. The following are some tips to ensure that you are familiar
with the aircraft you are on:
1)
Take the passenger safety card out
of the seat pocket and follow along while you listen to the safety
briefing. Always take a moment to review the card before subsequent
takeoffs and landings.
2)
One of the best things you can do to
be prepared is to mentally plan the actions you would need to take in an emergency.
As part of this plan, count seat rows between you and at least two exits.
3)
If you have any questions about the
safety procedures, ask the flight attendant. Flight attendants are
professionals; they know about the safety procedures of the aircraft.
FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELT
Of all the safety features aboard the aircraft, one of the
most important is right at your fingertips, “Your Seat Belt.” In a
recent study, nearly 300 turbulence-related serious injuries to passengers were
reported over a 10-year period. None of the injured had their seat
belts fastened. To prevent turbulence-related injuries, Fly Smart
travelers should always:
- Keep their seat belt fastened at all times.
- Make sure their seat belt is secured snugly and low across the hips.
WEAR SENSIBLE CLOTHING
For ease
of movement and protection in the unlikely event of an evacuation, Fly
Smart travelers should follow these guidelines:
- Wear clothes made of natural fabrics such as cotton, wool, denim and leather. They offer the best protection. Synthetics may melt when they are heated.
- Wear clothing that allows freedom of movement. Avoid restrictive clothing.
- Wear low heeled shoes or boots that are easy to slip on and off at checkpoints.
- Arms and legs should be as fully covered as possible. (Long sleeves/pants are recommended.)
Acceptable
ID
Adult passengers (18 and over) are required to show a U.S. federal or
state-issued photo ID in order to be allowed to go through the checkpoint and
onto their flight.
Acceptable IDs include:
·
U.S. passport
·
U.S. passport card
·
U.S. Military ID (active duty or retired military and
their dependents, and DOD civilians)
·
Permanent Resident Card
·
Border Crossing Card
·
Drivers Licenses or other state photo identity cards
issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent)
Prohibited Items
For the safety and
security of the traveling public, TSA, the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) and/or airlines have prohibited certain items from being brought onto
airplanes in carry-on and/or checked bags. To help you plan ahead and avoid the
potential of additional screening, be sure to check Transportation Security Administration.
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