Where do cabin crew typically position themselves during an evacuation?

During an evacuation, cabin crew typically position themselves in the assist space. This area is designated for crew members to effectively guide passengers towards the exits, ensuring a swift and organized evacuation. The assist space is critical because it allows crew to maintain visibility of passengers as they evacuate and facilitates the flow of people out of the airplane. The cabin crew’s training emphasizes this positioning to enhance safety and manage potential chaos during an emergency.

Other locations, such as the passenger seat rows, would not enable the crew to assist in a timely manner. Being outside the aircraft is also impractical during the evacuation process as the crew's primary responsibility is to manage and direct the passengers until they are safely out of the aircraft. Positioning at the doors is important for opening and securing exits, but the assist space provides a better vantage point for coordinating the evacuation and aiding passengers effectively. Thus, the selection of the assist space underscores the strategic importance of the crew's role during emergencies.