What does the Brace Signal indicate in airplane safety procedures?

• A. Brace for impact
• B. Proceed to exits
• C. Evacuate now
• D. Call for assistance

Answer: (B)

Brace for impact means you should immediately prepare for an imminent crash or hard landing by adopting the brace position and securing yourself. This typically involves fastening your seat belt snugly, keeping your body compact, lowering your head, and shielding your head with your hands or forearms as directed. The goal is to minimize injury from rapid deceleration and from contact with the cabin or other passengers.

This instruction is given before impact and is distinct from evacuating. Evacuation commands come only after the aircraft has landed and is safe to exit. During the brace signal, you should not try to move to exits or seek assistance; those actions would come later when directed by the crew.