How to Land an Airplane in an Emergencybr br The processes or methods contained in this video are for educational and informational use only.br br The GENIUS Case Of Land an Airplane in an Emergency, br br Have you ever wondered what you would do if the pilot became unconscious? If there is no one else capable of flying the plane your safety may depend on you making several important decisions. Your landing will likely be guided by someone on the radio but this overview will help you know what to expect. Though such scenarios are common inand television shows no untrained individuals have ever had to land a large aircraft in the real world but with some basic skills and guidance from air traffic controllers it is possible. Take a seat. The Captain usually sits in the left seat where the concentration of instruments are especially for light single engine aircraft. Fasten your seat belt and shoulder harness if so equipped. However almost all aircraft have dual controls and you can successfully land the plane from either side. Do not touch the controls yet The autopilot will most likely be engaged. Leave it on for now.br br Take a breather. Youll probably be overwhelmed with the sensory overload and the seriousness of the situation. Remembering to breathe will help you focus. Take a slow deep inhalation to tell your body you are in control.br br Level the aircraft. If the plane is noticeably ascending descending or turning gently bring the plane into a level flight altitude using the outside horizon as your guide. Finally all those days of joystick video games are about to pay offbr br Turn on autopilot. If you have been trying to correct the flight path the autopilot is probably disengaged. Turn it on by pushing buttons labeled AUTOPILOT or AUTO FLIGHT AFS or AP or something alike. On passenger airplanes it is situated in the center of the glare shield panel in a position where both pilots can easily reach it. On most flights during cruise stage the autopilot is already on.br br This video contains a digital rendering of a celebrity personalities likeness and voice for comedic and satirical value. The opinions and information expressed in this video are not representative of those of the actual celebrity personality. No affiliation exists between the celebrity personality and the producer of this video.