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Airborne lifeboat

An airborne lifeboat is like a big, sturdy boat that is made to fly in the sky. It's used for people who need to escape from an airplane or helicopter if it's in trouble and can't land safely.

Inside the airborne lifeboat, there are things that are important for safety, just like on a regular boat. For example, there are life jackets and survival gear to help people if they have to stay in the lifeboat for a long time.

When the airborne lifeboat is needed, it's released from the airplane or helicopter and it opens up like an umbrella. It uses parachutes to slow down its speed so that it can land in the water safely.

Once the airborne lifeboat is in the water, people can climb inside and use it like a regular boat. They can paddle or use a motor to move through the water and get to safety.

Even though it looks different from a regular boat, an airborne lifeboat is designed to keep people safe in emergency situations. So, it's important to know how to use it properly and stay calm if you ever need to use one.
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