When an airliner lands the crew ask you to open the window blinds, is there a reason for this?

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David W

Its so that the lighting inside the plane is similar to that outside. So, if there was an emergency, everyone's eyes would be adjusted to the natural lighting, and it could save a valuable few seconds if it was necessary to evacuate the plane. Its a simple safety measure.

tassiedude

I actually work for an airline (Jetstar) and can tell you they ask you to open blinds so they can easily see if anything happens whilst landing it is a safety reason

Michael P

The crew ask to have you window blinds open before take off and landing. The reason for this is they can be as much natural light coming in the cabin as possible.

In case of an emergency and all system fails you will have light coming into the cabin so you can see whats happening around you.

RememberDime

The reason for this is in case of emergency. If everyone has to exit the plane you can see if there is a fire outside the plane if the shades are up.

dmb

I've never actually heard this announcement being made--just "seats and tray backs in the upright and locked position". As others indicate, it's most likely a minor safety procedure. I must add, though, that as a passenger I like being able to see out the window, particularly on take-off and landing. I always resent it a bit when I sit on the aisle and the window passenger insists on keeping the shade shut.

John M

I've never heard of this. I am answering so I have a record of it so I can check back. I won't be able to sleep until I find out.

Slackbladder

To get the passengers used to the lgiht, and provide ambient light inside for safety purposes.

also, in the event of a crash, the emergency services can count the stiffs without having to go inside and do it, or for them to decide whether it's a rescue mission or a recovery operation.

Jose R

Is because in case of an emergency the passenger has a much better view of the outside than the crew member who only has a tinny window and can't really see.
For example in case of an engine fire the passengers would be able to advise the crew not to use that side of the aircraft.
It also helps to make light intensity equal between the inside and the outside so you don't light shocked in case you need to get out really quickly.(that's why they dim the cabin lights for landing and take off)

Safe flying!

jlb.1970@btinternet.com

I suspect it's so you can see the ground comming up, and dont panic when the wheels hit the runway and the plane lurches around a bit.

Why are you flying with it shut anyway ? Enjoy the view ! ! !

Flixy

So they don't have to reach over and put them up once you get off the plane - I don't think there is anything more to it than that.

unclefred

it helps the amount of light in the cabin, making it easier for the crew to clean up all the trash that everyone left behind.

simple.

Angus.

So if there is attempted to take over the plane by terrorist the airline stewardess can see them coming and not open the door to depart from the airplane. Another reason would be, so as to get a cross ventilation once the windows are opened..while the
airplane is being cleaned by the maintenance crew.

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