Originally Posted by
Internaut
The question regarding passports, above, indirectly raises an interesting point. I would certainly focus on getting off the plane. But what if you find yourself stuck in Dubai (or any) Airport with no passport due to surviving an aviation accident?
My passport is invariably in the front pocket of my carry-on roller, btw. I think I'll rethink that policy.
Glad to hear everyone survived.
As well as consular services, the airline will of course have a manifest with nationalities - they can eliminate everyone positively identified off the list and call the appropriate embassies for the remaining.