In the extremely unlikely event that you need to evacuate the aircraft in flight, the following procedures should be followed. Note that the person in charge on the plane is the pilot and you must follow his instructions at all times.
Emergency below 1,500 feet
Below 1,500 feet you are too low to evacuate the plane. Keep your seat belt and helmet fastened and follow the pilot's commands.
Emergency between 1,500 and 2,500 feet
Between 1,500 and 2,500 feet, evacuation is possible. Keep calm and wait your turn to evacuate. Since 2,500 feet is a low altitude, you will need to activate your reserve parachute immediately after exiting. The reserve parachute deploys a little more quickly than the main parachute and with a lower probability of malfunction, which is why we will deploy this one.
Emergency above 2,500 feet
Above 2,500 feet, if the pilot gives the order to evacuate, wait your turn and evacuate. Deploy your main parachute immediately after exiting, regardless of the altitude you are at. An evacuation does not necessarily occur above the landing area and you could be several kilometers away. Deploying your main parachute immediately gives you maximum time to find a plan B (alternate landing area) and plan your landing. In addition, in the event of a malfunction, you will have the necessary altitude to perform your emergency procedures. This also prevents jumper from opening at different altitudes and then eliminates the risks of collision.
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