Originally posted by eastwest:
There may be something obvious that I am missing . . . but I can't figure out why airlines insist on the window shades being open during takeoff and landing. Any ideas?
This was discussed in a prior thread some months ago, but I'm too lazy to go search for the link.
However, as I recall it was claimed that visibility was important in case of an emergency evacuation. If you're picking an emergency exit to head for, it helps to be able to see if there are flames or other problems outside the plane in that direction. I don't know why all airlines don't emphasize this, but I'm sure some helpful soul will straighten me out if I'm all wet. FT'ers are nothing if not vigilant!
