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So it can only really happen at low altitudes, and at low altitudes, planes are designed so that an open door is not catastrophic. I don't know about you but I
by plg 9y ago
So it can only really happen at low altitudes, and at low altitudes, planes are designed so that an open door is not catastrophic.
I don't know about you but I actually find this story reassuring, despite the sensationalism.
tldr: if someone is about to open the cabin door mid flight, and it's actually going to open, buckle up your seat belt and you will be fine.
- zaxomi 9y agoIf the door is opened when armed, the evacuation slide will be inflated. When it breaks off the aircraft it can be sucked into the engine or damage the tail.
- imsofuture 9y agoYeah, the entire story was 'it was physically impossible for this dude to open the door, ANYWAY let's talk about what would happen in an entirely different scenario that also would be entirely safe'.
- Kiro 9y agoYeah, I don't understand the "If you’re a nervous flyer then look away now." disclaimer. I'm a nervous flyer and this made me feel more secure.