Why it's a good idea to keep your seatbelt fastened during flights

[EasternVol]

https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/23/asia/singapore-airlines-flight-spinal-injuries-intl/index.html

 

[Freak]

https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/23/asia/singapore-airlines-flight-spinal-injuries-intl/index.html

That must have been some extreme turbulence.

The doctor added that 17 patients had undergone surgery, including procedures from stitches to spinal operations. One person died in the incident.

 

[Tin Man]

Growing up the son of a pilot, I’ve always kept my seatbelt fastened when seated.

 

[Lorence]

Well, I don't want to fall out of the plane, that's for sure.

 

[GVF]

My niece is an attendent for american. She was serving on a flight when they got into some turbulence that launched her into the ceiling and back down. She still has back issues from that episode.

 

[EasternVol]

And again:

Severe Turbulence on Air Europa Flight Fractures Necks and Skulls

Four passengers were in intensive care after the flight from Spain to Uruguay hit turbulence that injured dozens. The plane made an emergency landing in Brazil.

www.nytimes.com

 

[VOLLeeann]

Would you take off your seat belt in a moving car?

 

[EasternVol]

Would you take off your seat belt in a moving car?

Maybe, depends on the circumstances.