Brace position for forward facing flight attendant?

• A. Head to headrest
• B. Chin to sternum
• C. Chin to chest
• D. Back straight

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is to protect the head, neck, and airway during an impact by creating a compact, tucked posture. For a forward-facing flight attendant, bracing with the chin tucked toward the sternum keeps the head aligned with the spine and reduces the forward motion of the head. This chin-to-sternum position helps prevent the chin from jutting forward and potentially occluding the airway, while also reducing the risk of the head striking the seat back or other cabin structures. The sternum contact gives a defined point to press into, distributing some of the load and making the brace more stable than a looser chin-to-chest cue.

Resting the head against the headrest maintains the neck in a more extended position, which can increase the chance of whiplash and injury. Simply bringing the chin toward the chest without a firm sternum contact is less specific and may not provide as strong a brace. Keeping the back straight fails to create the protective rigidity needed to shield the head and airway during a sudden deceleration.