CRASHWORTHINESS Use shoulder harness in every seat Ideally, inertial reel, double, over- the-shoulder Wear shoulder harness

CRASHWORTHINESS Select Surface: –maximize distance available to slide/decelerate after touchdown –go with rows of plowed field; don’t go across rows –choose flat site over hilly one –concrete or asphalt is best surface (assuming there is no wall shortly after touchdown)

CRASHWORTHINESS Minimize touchdown speed, but do not stall before touchdown (minimize vertical G load) Maximize deceleration (use brakes, cut-off mixture) Minimize side loads (airplane can absorb more energy, and restraint system designed for frontal impact)

CRASHWORTHINESS Gear Position? If landing surface allows, wheels extended is usually best configuration (gear absorbs energy in any impact, reducing energy absorbed by human body) If gear can lead to flip-over, keep gear up

CRASHWORTHINESS Open door prior to landing Have restraint system tightened as much as possible (no slack!) Use available soft objects as padding in front of pilot/passengers (pillow, coat, soft- sided carrying case, etc) Master switch off prior to touchdown Fuel selector off

CRASHWORTHINESS Don’t wear nylon, polyester, or other synthetic clothing when flying (they melt and stick to skin) Wear wool or cotton or, optimally, nomex