What is the final action for a passenger after exiting the OWE in a ditching?

• A. Step through the exit
• B. Attach lifeline to eyelet on the wing
• C. Inflate vest outside
• D. Jump into the water

Answer: (D)

When a ditching involves exiting through an over-wing opening, the sequence focuses on getting away from the aircraft quickly and into a stable flotation position. After stepping through the exit, you would typically secure any available lifeline to a wing eyelet so you don’t drift away from the aircraft and can be guided toward a raft or rescue. Then you inflate your life vest outside the aircraft to ensure reliable buoyancy and to avoid bulkiness or entanglement inside the fuselage. The final action is to jump into the water, moving into the open area away from the aircraft so you’re in a safe position for rescue and for others to see you.