Could you survive a plane crash?

You're more likely to die in a plane crash than in a car accident.

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• almost fact: You're more likely to die in a small plane crash than in a car accident.

Answer explanation

According to the Aircraft Crashes Record office, your chances of dying in a plane crash are one in 11 million. Car accident: one in 5,000.

United Airlines has been shown to be the safest American carrier.

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• almost fact: It's US Airways.

Answer explanation

A 2005 report by the FAA concluded that there is no one safest airline.

The safest area of an airplane is generally the first-class section.

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• almost fact: One study says it's the back of the plane.

Answer explanation

So much depends on the exact circumstances of the crash, but a study by Popular Mechanics magazine showed that you're 40 percent more likely to survive a crash if you're sitting in the rear.

It's better to wear natural fibers instead of synthetics when you're on a plane.

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• almost fact: Synthetic fibers are better.

Answer explanation

Synthetic fibers could melt onto your skin in the event of a fire, so stick with cotton and wool.

It's best to wear pants, long sleeves and close-toed shoes.

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• almost fact: Pants and long sleeves, yes, but it doesn't matter about the shoes.

Answer explanation

Covering your body -- including your feet -- as much as possible will give you more protection in the event of a crash.