Aviation Safety Flashcard 1: Miracle Escape

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What is a key factor in determining the fate of passengers during an aviation disaster?

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Quick thinking and teamwork

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What do pilots rely on during unexpected mechanical failures?

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Their training

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Who else plays a role in aviation emergencies besides pilots?

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The passengers

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What can increase a passenger’s chance of survival in an emergency?

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Listening and responding to safety directions

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What often contributes to miraculous escapes?

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Skilled piloting and rapid decisions

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What do investigators do after an aviation incident?

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Improve aircraft design and safety

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What can result from learning about aviation disasters?

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Safer airplanes and better training

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What is one benefit of aviation disaster investigations?

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Air travel becomes safer

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What is a common cause of aviation disasters?

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Mechanical failures, weather, and human error

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How do aviation experts contribute to safety?

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They analyze past disasters to improve safety