What age must passengers in Exit Row Seating be?

Passengers seated in exit row seating must be at least fifteen years old to ensure they have the maturity and understanding necessary to assist with emergency evacuation procedures if required. This age requirement is established to make sure that individuals are capable of following instructions clearly and can physically handle the responsibilities associated with exit row seating during an emergency.

This regulation is designed to prioritize safety, as exit row passengers may need to operate emergency exits and assist other passengers in evacuating the aircraft swiftly. The choice of fifteen years old strikes a balance where passengers are generally considered mature enough to handle such responsibilities while still ensuring that younger children, who might lack the requisite understanding or physical capability, are not assigned to these critical seats.