Where is the designated location for crew trash disposal during flight?

• A. The galley
• B. The forward lavatory
• C. The rear cargo area
• D. The passenger seats

Answer: (A)

Trash disposal during flight is designed to occur in the galley because it is the crew’s cleanup hub with readily available waste receptacles. Keeping waste there helps you clean up efficiently during service, prevents cabin clutter, and reduces slips and odors near passengers. The forward lavatory handles toilet waste and its own waste system, not general trash, so using it for trash disposal is not appropriate. The rear cargo area is for cargo and isn’t used for daily trash disposal during flight. Passenger seats aren’t a disposal point either, as throwing trash there creates mess and hazards. Use the galley bins and follow the crew procedure for disposal and bagging.