To whom should the crew notify the count and seat location of any armed individuals?

• A. Ground staff
• B. Captain or first officer
• C. Air Traffic Control
• D. Flight Attendant Supervisor

Answer: (B)

The test is about the chain of command for security threats on board. When there’s information about armed individuals, it must be escalated to the flight deck leadership so they can assess the risk, make safety decisions, and coordinate with authorities. The Captain or First Officer is the person responsible for the aircraft’s safety and for directing how the crew should respond, including communications with dispatch, ATC, and ground security. They have the authority to implement procedures and determine the flight’s status.

Ground staff and Air Traffic Control are important contacts in the broader response, but the immediate notification should go to the Captain or First Officer who holds the command and can authorize and direct the appropriate actions. A Flight Attendant Supervisor can relay information within the cabin chain, but the central, deciding authority in this situation rests with the Captain or First Officer.