"Cub Driver" wrote in message
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As someone who flies the English Channel a bit I can recommend a lifevest
like this one.

http://www.cheaplifejackets.co.uk/in...tml&lang=en-gb

I always wear mine when flying and its not uncomfortable when flying. Having
a life vest under the seat is frankly a dumb place to have it. When are you
going to put it on, when you are trying to control the ditching or when the
plane is sinking? When the plane has come to rest on the water, the first
thing you want to do is get out quickly, not get dressed.

Its also worth having a water proof bag with your handheld transceiver and a
flashlight on a longish string and a clip to go on your belt.

As with anything to do with flying preparation is everything.