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Why Don't Airplanes Have Parachutes for Passengers?
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Oct 24, 2024
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Can someone explain why airplanes don't provide parachutes for passengers?
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Airplanes don't have parachutes for passengers for two main reasons: the added weight of parachutes would reduce the number of passengers or baggage allowed, and the cabin doors can't be opened mid-flight due to the difference in pressure.
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