Passenger Safety

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This paper briefly examines four aspects that could determine the level of passenger safety on an aircraft. It begins by discussing the design of the aircraft as a factor of safety. It then looks at how the psychological testing of pilots is also an indicator for reducing risks to passengers' safety. The phenomenon of fatigue is discussed, as well as levels of oxygen in the aircraft.

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"There are several areas of aircraft design that could be modified to enhance passenger and consequently personnel safety. One of these is the element of comfort and space in an aircraft. Passenger carriers, with the exception of first-class cabins, are notorious for their lack of space and maneuverability. The need to push and shove in order to reach one's seat when boarding the plane, and the need to wait while the first passenger settles in, could lead to heightened tempers. This may lead to potentially dangerous outbursts of temper. Worse still, such build-ups of temper could be repressed while boarding the aircraft, and surface only later at a more dangerous time. In order to curb this danger then, a higher ceiling within the passenger cabin can provide higher stowage areas, and either the elimination of one or two rows of seats can provide wider walkways. When boarding passengers can stow their luggage at a leisurely pace without detaining a row of people behind them, it will be more comfortable for all involved."

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