Originally Posted by
krismiler
You're not wrong there !
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9pN591cF1Y
A relative of mine worked for BEA in those days as ground staff and said "Good morning" to a Captain as he walked past him in the corridor. Response was "People like you don't talk to people like me."
Unbelievable these days, but 40-50 years ago things were different.
Without being critical of crew or company, i did notice during that clip, the Captain wasn't using a five point harness. 4 points were used. In a deceleration that buckle will ride up above the pelvis without that 5th strap. If the deceleration is sufficent the occupant will probably never walk again.
That 5th point that comes up between the legs if adjusted correctly, will keep that harness buckle at the pelvis, helping to prevent a broken back. May do damage to the men but at least the chances of walking again are enhanced in the event of a survivable accident.
A bit of interesting but useless information for some, maybe useful to others.