On 25 Dec 2006 13:47:11 -0800, "Kev" wrote in
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you could always use the aircraft carrier method of stopping
landing planes.... just mount all the passenger seats backwards to
absorb the shock.

Actually, that's a prudent idea. It might require some additional
stowage methods in the galley and cargo hold, but it would seem
preferable to the bend over your seat belt, and wait for the impact
emergency procedure currently in place.