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UALOneKPlus
The other issue people are missing is this: during take-off and landing people need to be more attentive in case emergencies happen. If the plane blows a tire or aborts take off or landing people need to be able to brace themselves for any emergency maneuvers.
I've been on flights with aborted landings and let me tell you I'm glad I was paying attention as the plane jerked rather hard.
The other issue people are missing is this: during take-off and landing people need to be more attentive in case emergencies happen. If the plane blows a tire or aborts take off or landing people need to be able to brace themselves for any emergency maneuvers.
Indeed, in flight terms, this is called "situational awareness". Leaving the window shades open, no devices turned on and having watched the safety video or presentation is to prepare each passenger for emergency situations that can occur during take-offs or landings.