Also why must the window blinds be up as well
For example, if an aircraft is taking off, and catches fire you will need to get out - and quick! If the cabin lights failed you would be thrown into darkness. This would seriously hinder an evacuation attempt as your eyes would take a while to adjust to the sudden light change and you could easily become disorientated.
If you were in darkness to begin with then r body would be more used to the surroundings and hopefully evacuation will be easier.
There is generally good reasons for these strange little practices!
There is generally good reasons for these strange little practices
I knew there had to be some good safety implications in the regulations, but it is nice to know exactly the thinking behind them, it all makes sense now.
Graham
And to add to bagand96's correct reply - the reason for the window blinds being up is again a safety measure so that in the event of an emergency and forced evacuation, the passengers and crew could avoid leaving the aircraft via a route that was blocked or dangerous. For example an engine fire on the port wing may mean that the overwing port side emergency doors (and possible rear port side exits) would not be usable.
Thanks for the replies. As Graham says, it all makes sense now.
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