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AIRLINE ANNOUNCEMENT SCRIPTS

The following are sample airline announcement scripts (Source: http://airodyssey.net/reference/inflight/). The
use of the script varies depending on the time of day, the length of the flight, the aircraft type, the origin and
destination, and the airline.
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BOARDING - This announcement is usually made while the aircraft is parked at the gate and the last passengers
are boarding.

“Ladies and gentlemen, the Captain has turned on the Fasten Seat Belt sign. If you haven’t already
done so, please stow your carry-on luggage underneath the seat in front of you or in an overhead bin.
Please take your seat and fasten your seat belt. And also make sure your seat back and folding
trays are in their full upright position.

If you are seated next to an emergency exit, please read carefully the special instructions card located
by your seat. If you do not wish to perform the functions described in the event of an emergency, please
ask a flight attendant to reseat you.

At this time, we request that all mobile phones, pagers, radios, and remote controlled toys be turned
off for the full duration of the flight, as these items might interfere with the navigational and
communication equipment on this aircraft. We request that all other electronic devices be turned off
until we fly above 10,000 feet. We will notify you when it is safe to use such devices.

We remind you that this is a non-smoking flight. Smoking is prohibited on the entire aircraft, including
the lavatories. Tampering with, disabling or destroying the lavatory smoke detectors is prohibited by
law.

If you have any questions about our flight today, please don’t hesitate to ask one of our flight
attendants. Thank you.”
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DOOR CLOSURE - Usually before the door is closed, or while it is closed, this announcement is made.

“Ladies and gentlemen, this is _________and I’m your Chief Flight Attendant. On behalf of Captain
______ and the entire crew, welcome aboard STI Airlines flight 6J346, non-stop service from ________
to _________.
Our flight time will be of ______ hours and ______ minutes. We will be flying at an altitude of
______feet at a ground speed of _______miles per hour. At this time, make sure your seat backs and

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tray tables are in their full upright position. Also make sure your seat belt is correctly fastened. We
advise you that as of this moment, any electronic equipment must be turned off. Thank you.”
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When the door is closed and the aircraft is about to pushback, the Captain or the Chief flight attendant will
make an announcement intended to the flight attendants.
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“Cabin Crew, please prepare for gate departure.”
“Cabin Crew, doors on automatic, cross-check and report. Thank you.”

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SAFETY DEMONSTRATION - Depending on the type of aircraft and presence of a video system, this
announcement will be made.

“Ladies and gentlemen, I’d like to request your full attention as the flight attendants demonstrate the
safety features of this aircraft”.

“When the seat belt sign illuminates, you must fasten your seat belt. Insert the metal fittings one into
the other, and tighten by pulling on the loose end of the strap. To release your seat belt, lift the upper
portion of the buckle. We suggest that you keep your seat belt fastened throughout the flight, as we
may experience turbulence.

There are 10 emergency exits on this aircraft, five (5) doors on the right, and another five (5) doors on
the left, each marked with a red EXIT sign overhead. All doors except the overwing doors at 3 left and
3 right are equipped with rafts. These rafts may be detached in the event of a water evacuation. Please
take a few moments now to locate your nearest exit. In some cases, your nearest exit may be behind
you. If we need to evacuate the aircraft, floor-level lighting will guide you towards the exit. Doors can
be opened by moving the handle in the direction of the arrow.

Oxygen and the air pressure are always being monitored. In the event of a decompression, an oxygen
mask will automatically appear in front of you. To start the flow of oxygen, pull the mask towards you.
Place it firmly over your nose and mouth, secure the elastic band behind your head, and breathe
normally. Although the bag does not inflate, oxygen is flowing to the mask. If you are travelling with a
child or someone who requires assistance, secure your mask on first, and then assist the other person.
Keep your mask on until a uniformed crew member advises you to remove it.

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In the event of an emergency, please assume the bracing position. (Lean forward with your hands on
top of your head and your elbows against your thighs. Ensure your feet are flat on the floor.)
A life vest is located in a pouch under your seat or between the armrests. When instructed to do so,
open the plastic pouch and remove the vest. Slip it over your head. Pass the straps around your waist
and adjust at the front. To inflate the vest, pull firmly on the red cord, only when leaving the aircraft.
If you need to refill the vest, blow into the mouthpieces. Use the whistle and light to attract attention.
(Also, your seat bottom cushion can be used as a flotation device. Pull the cushion from the seat, slip
your arms into the straps, and hug the cushion to your chest.)

The following electronic devices (calculators, CD players, laptop computers) may be used when the
seat belt sign is off, or when permitted by your crew. Cellular/mobile telephones, remote-controlled
toys or any electronic device operating with an antenna must be turned off at all times.

We remind you that this is a non-smoking flight. Tampering with, disabling, or destroying the smoke
detectors located in the lavatories is prohibited by law. You will find this and all the other safety
information in the card located in the seat pocket in front of you. We strongly suggest you read it
before take-off. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask one of our crew members. We
wish you all an enjoyable flight.”
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TAKE-OFF/ASCENT - Usually, the Captain will make a small briefing before take-off, sometimes indicating the
priority for take-off (e.g. “We are third in priority for take-off, we should depart in about five minutes”). But
there is always an announcement like:

“Flight attendants, prepare for take-off please.”

“Cabin crew, please take your seats for take-off.”

Within a minute after take-off, an announcement may be made reminding passengers to keep their seat belts
fastened.

After passing above clouds or turbulence, the Captain will turn off the Fasten Seat Belt sign, but usually, the
aircraft is still climbing to its cruising altitude. The flight attendants will then invite the passengers to release
their seat belts if needed.

“Ladies and gentlemen, the Captain has turned off the Fasten Seat Belt sign. You may now move
around the cabin. However, we always recommend to keep your seat belt fastened while you’re seated.
You may now turn on your electronic devices such as calculators, CD players, and laptop computers.

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In a few moments, the flight attendants will be passing around the cabin to offer you hot or cold drinks,
as well as (breakfast/dinner/supper/a light meal/a snack). Alcoholic drinks are also available at a
nominal charge. Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy the flight. Thank you.”

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TURBULENCE - Occasionally, turbulence may occur during a flight. The seat belt sign will turn on and, in case
of moderate to severe turbulence ahead, the flight crew will make a brief announcement.

“Cabin crew, please be seated.”

Shortly after the seat belt sign illuminates, this announcement will be made.

“Ladies and gentlemen, the Captain has turned on the fasten seat belt sign. We are now crossing a
zone of turbulence. Please return your seats and keep your seat belts fastened. Thank you.”

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DESCENT/FINAL - Before, or during the descent, the Captain will usually make an announcement with local
time and temperature at the destination airport, and time left until arrival. It is followed by an announcement
from the flight attendant.

“Ladies and gentlemen, as we start our descent, please make sure your seat backs and tray tables are
in their full upright position. Make sure your seat belt is securely fastened and all carry-on luggage is
stowed underneath the seat in front of you or in the overhead bins. Please turn off all electronic
devices until we are safely parked at the gate. Thank you.”

To indicate the landing clearance or final approach, the Captain will either make the following announcement
and/or blink the No Smoking sign

“Cabin crew, please take your seats for landing.”

It is immediately followed by an announcement by a flight attendant.

“Ladies and gentlemen, we have just been cleared to land at the _________ airport. Please make sure
one last time your seat belt is securely fastened. The flight attendants are currently passing around the
cabin to make a final compliance check and pick up any remaining cups and glasses. Thank you.”

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LANDING - After touchdown, and as the aircraft is turning off the active runway and taxiing to the gate, the
flight attendant will do one last announcement.

“Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to __________ Airport. Local time is _____ and the temperature is
________. For your safety and comfort, please remain seated with your seat belt fastened until the
Captain turns off the Fasten Seat Belt sign. This will indicate that we have parked at the gate and that
it is safe for you to move about. Please check around your seat for any personal belongings you may
have brought on board with you and please use caution when opening the overhead bins, as heavy
articles may have shifted around during the flight. If you require deplaning assistance, please remain
in your seat until all other passengers have deplaned. One of our crew members will then be pleased
to assist you. We remind you to please wait until you are inside the terminal to use any electronic
devices (or to smoke in the designated areas.) On behalf of STI Airlines and the entire crew, I’d like
to thank you for joining us on this trip and we are looking forward to seeing you on board again in the
near future. Have a nice (day/evening/night/stay)!”

Source: Lifted and modified from http://airodyssey.net/reference/inflight/ on August 2, 2015

With additional information from http://www.airlineannouncement.com/

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