Among the various protocols they follow, one particular practice stands out—the bracing position that cabin crew members adopt during takeoff and landing.

When passengers notice flight attendants securing themselves in their jump seats and resting their hands on their thighs during landings, it often leads to questions and curiosity. However, Henny Lim, a flight attendant with Cebu Pacific, clarifies this practice in a widely shared TikTok video. There is a rationale behind this seemingly odd stance.

Lim explains that the bracing position consists of several specific steps. This includes fastening seatbelts tightly, maintaining an upright posture, placing hands on thighs with thumbs tucked in, keeping arms relaxed, and ensuring that feet are flat on the floor. The primary aim of the bracing position is to limit bodily movement in the event of an emergency, thereby decreasing the likelihood of injury upon impact. By adopting a firm posture and securing themselves in their seats, flight attendants are better equipped to endure the forces experienced during a crash landing.