Ever wonder why flight attendants sit on their hands during takeoff and landing? It’s all about safety, not comfort.

posture used by flight attendants just before takeoff and landing.

The Brace-Ready Position

What many passengers describe as flight attendants “sitting on their hands” is officially a brace-ready position.

While seated in the jump seat, cabin crew typically:

• Sit upright with their backs firmly against the seat.
• Keep both feet flat on the floor.
• Fasten continue reading …