The Real Reason Why Plane Passengers Have to Keep Window Shades Up During Takeoff and Landing

While it might seem like an annoying task, keeping the window shades open can actually be a helpful tool in life-threatening ...
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The Real Reason Airplane Window Shades Must Be Up at Takeoff and Landing, According to Pilots

Flight attendants may require window shades to be up during takeoff and landing for passenger safety. Open windows let ...
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Why Do Airplane Window Shades Have To Be Up During Takeoff And Landing?

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'There's always one': Plane passenger divides internet as he opens window shade mid-flight to admire view - waking his fellow travellers

"It is a known expectation that when the cabin lights are down, you keep your window closed on these long flights out of ...