What would you do in an emergency on a plane?

7 Tips for Staying Alive in a Plane Emergency

1. Pay attention to safety briefings.
2. Wear your seatbelt whenever possible, even if the seatbelt sign is off.
3. Take your exit row responsibilities seriously.
4. In the event of an evacuation, leave all your belongings behind.
5. Know how your oxygen mask works – and why it matters. (

How do you handle medical emergencies on board a plane?

Steps for In-Flight Medical Emergencies

1. Introduce themselves and state their medical qualifications.
2. Ask the passenger for permission to treat, if feasible.
3. Request access to the medical kit or automated external defibrillator, as needed.
4. Use a language interpreter, if necessary, but be aware of patient privacy.

What are 5 ways to prevent emergencies from happening on a flight?

According to the NTSB, these 5 safety tips will help you avoid the most fatal mistakes pilots make.

1. 1) Don’t get slow, especially down low.
2. 2) Don’t fly VFR in low visibility.
3. 3) When your plane makes noises you’re not used to, get on the ground.
4. 4) Good maintenance saves lives.
5. 5) Don’t pressure yourself to fly.

Do flight attendants know CPR?

During medical and first-aid training, flight attendants learn all manner of skills, from using an AED to performing CPR on adults, children, and infants.

Do doctors have to help on a plane?

“Although U.S. health care providers traveling on registered U.S. airlines have no legal obligation to assist in the event of a medical emergency… many other countries, such as Australia and many in Europe, do impose a legal obligation to assist (NEJM).”

Is there always a doctor on a plane?

The law applies in North America and on U.S. carriers, wherever they fly. The decision to divert a plane is never made by the doctor who volunteered to help. Only the pilot can make that determination, typically in consultation with the medical professionals on the ground.

Why do cabin crew sit on their hands?

This position provides the flight attendant protection to the face from any flying debris (as it will impact their elbows) yet still provides them with the ability to view the cabin and not muffle their commands.

What do flight attendants do if the plane crashes?

Flight attendants face strict training to be allowed to fly, such as medical training and evacuation processes. In the case of an emergency or plane crash, cabin crew are the first point of call for aiding passengers to get them off the plane within 90 seconds, a time issued by the FAA.

How do you not get dizzy on a plane?

If you get motion sick or are afraid you might while flying, these tips can help.

1. Choose your seat strategically.
2. Take Dramamine.
3. Try to relax.
4. Stay away from greasy or spicy foods.
5. Avoid digital screens and reading materials.
6. Ask for ginger ale from the beverage cart.