Statistically finding yourself in a plane crash is extremely low indeed. You probably have more chance of winning the lottery. However, if your find yourself thinking "what if", being well prepared will increase your chances of survival.
Choose your seat carefully. Experts seem to agree that sitting within 7 rows of an exit will help your chances of survival. Sitting adjacent to the emergency exit may give you more leg room but comes with a responsibility. You will be required to open the exit should the worst happen. If you don't want the responsibility don't sit there.
What you wear on your feet makes a difference. Flip flops and high heels don't cut it when you have to run for your life. Wear lace up shoes. You can loosen them if your feet swell but they will stay on if you need to make a quick exit.
Once on board make a mental note of all the emergency exits and how you can get to them. Read your in-flight safety card and take note what your flight attendants have to say. They are highly trained in flight and aircraft safety. Note: No two aircraft are the same.
If your still alive when the plane comes to a stop. Get out as quick as you can. Do not wait for instructions. Your flight attendants maybe dazed or at worse unconscious. Do not take anything with you. You will need both hands to keep your balance and to fight off other panic stricken passengers during your escape.
If you get out alive do not think you were lucky or the chosen one. You were simply prepared. Good common sense will always help you out when you need it most.
