Hijacking Situations and Behaviour Considerations

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 07, 2014

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Behavior Guidelines for a Hijacked Situation

In spite of all the precautions if a case of hijacking for hostages occurs, here is a set of behavior consideration outlined for those passengers turned hostages that could be opted for under the circumstance they are placed.

Mostly terrorists do the hijacking and at the time of hijacking, they are high strung, irrational, and aggressive. As such you should remain calm and control your behavior pattern under the tense situation.

Avoid making eye contact with the captors. Do not seem agitated.
Be alert to the situation but do not make it obvious to the captors.
Try to relax however hard it is and get mentally and physically prepared for a long ordeal.
Eat whatever is offered to you without making any fuss as any form of nourishment is essential to keep you going.
Don’t revolt for any aggression shown to you or to your fellow passengers, as that would get you and others into more trouble. Bear it calmly. Do not try to be a hero.
Don’t try to escape unless you are sure you will succeed (that is, if you are grounded and the hijackers are negotiating with the authorities to achieve what they demand). Don’t attempt if you are not sure because that will land all passengers in more trouble.
Don’t make any sudden, aggressive movement that will make the already tense hijackers more aggressive. . Be calm and restrict your movement.
Be passive.
Don’t resist.
Cooperate with their demand.
Follow their orders.
If you are questioned, answer to the point. Don’t give unnecessary information.
Do not behave in any way that will attract the captor’s attention. Do not let them realize that they are being watched. Do not get conspicuous.
Get into a regular relaxation practice and physical exercise pattern. Both the activities will help you in keeping fit.
Be positive in your thoughts, words and interaction with the other hostages.

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