
Aug. 23, 2021
Emergencies onboard business aircraft are thankfully rare, so passengers may often tune out preflight briefings, despite the vital information provided in them. If an emergency occurs, “it’s important to have passengers know how to use the doors, how to pull out fire extinguishers, where they’re located, what to do in a medical emergency, where the first aid kit is,” notes Christina Depew, a flight attendant for a Part 91 operation.
In this episode of NBAA’s “Flight Plan,” host Rob Finfrock speaks with:
- Christina Depew, flight attendant for a Part 91 operation based in Washington, DC
- Karen Hall, independent contract flight attendant
The NBAA Flight Plan podcast, which ran from 2009 to 2025, provided an overview of important developments affecting NBAA members, and the association’s work to advocate for their interest. The archive of past episodes will remain available for your enjoyment. Please note that no new episodes will be released.
Related Articles
July/August 2026
Treat Runway Signs, Lights, SOPs as One System
Runway signs, lights, standardized procedures and emerging technologies all work together to help prevent runway incursions.
Read More
July/August 2026
Flight Crews: Airplane SOP Manual Boosts Safety and Consistency
Explore this important new resource aimed at helping operators improve consistency, strengthen crew coordination and elevate safety across every mission.
Read More
May/June 2026
Company-Wide Ground Safety Culture Is Key in Business Aviation
Aviation ground safety training shouldn’t be limited to flight crews and aircraft ground
personnel. Experts share their best practices.
Read More
May/June 2026
How Bizav Operators Support Pilot Proficiency
Don’t confuse pilot currency with proficiency. Business aircraft operators recommend teamwork, debriefs and self-assessment.
Read More

International Business Aviation Council Ltd.