Airline Seat Dimensions Are Not Safety Issue, FAA Says

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The FAA’s refusal to develop new requirements for airliner seat dimensions rests on the findings of a veteran cabin survivability specialist and aligns with statements made by aircraft manufacturers. Based on testing, the parties agree the flow of passengers down an aisle and through the exits—not...

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