What must front seats in an air taxi be equipped with?

Front seats in an air taxi must be equipped with both a safety belt and a shoulder harness to ensure the highest level of safety for the occupants. This requirement is in line with aviation safety regulations that mandate additional restraints for pilots and passengers in moving aircraft, especially in the event of turbulence or an emergency landing.

The presence of both a safety belt and shoulder harness helps to secure the occupant in their seat more effectively than a safety belt alone. The shoulder harness provides additional protection by preventing excessive forward movement, which is crucial during scenarios where sudden stopping or crashing could occur. Proper restraint systems significantly reduce the risk of injury in accidents, making this configuration essential for air taxis, which operate in various environments and scenarios.

Other options, such as a parachute or seat cushion, do not address the fundamental requirement for occupant safety during flight, and a safety belt alone does not provide sufficient protection compared to the combined system of a safety belt with a shoulder harness.