Commercial aircraft do not include parachutes due to the significant risks associated with cabin depressurization and the logistical challenges of evacuating a large number of passengers. At cruising altitudes, sudden decompression could be fatal, and the chaos of 200-600 novice jumpers attempting to exit simultaneously would likely result in panic and injury. Additionally, the financial implications of maintaining parachute systems, including regular inspections and training, outweigh the potential benefits, especially considering that most crashes occur during takeoff or landing when parachuting is not feasible.
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