How to Survive a Plane Crash: What to Do Before, During, and After

This evacuation issue is also key. As outlined above, the majority of plane crashes are survivable. So surely a seat close to an exit would be safest? This theory is supported by a University of Greenwich study, commissioned by the CAA. Researchers checked the accounts of 2,000 survivors in 105 accidents around the world. Those sat more than six rows from an exit were found to be far less likely to survive, though the difference between window and aisle seat was “marginal”.