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Does anyone know the exact dimensions of an airplane's emergency exit. I was recalling that they say NOT to inflate life vests while still in the plane in case of a water crash because then you would be to rotund to get through. So what about all those people who are quite large naturally?
 
They say obesity is just getting more and more prevalent. So in an airplane crash, are those who are well padded destined to die a fiery death?
 
Moreso than everyone else, I mean.


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  • anonymous said on Aug 19, 2008....

    It's amazing what one can find on the internet.

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    The applicable regulation is 14CFR 23.807(e)(1), which states:

    Section 23.807 Emergency Exits 2

    (e) For multiengine airplanes, ditching emergency exits must be provided in accordance with the following requirements, unless the emergency exits required by paragraph (a) or (b) of this section already comply with them:

    (1) One exit above the waterline on each side of the airplane having the dimensions specified in paragraph (b) or (d) of this section, as applicable; and

    (2) If side exits cannot be above the waterline, there must be a readily accessible overhead hatch emergency exit that has a rectangular opening measuring not less than 20 inches wide by 36 inches long, with corner radii not greater than one-third the width of the exit.

  • silverwhisper said on Aug 21, 2008....
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