During an emergency, who directs the emergency procedures as they are carried out?

• A. Captain
• B. Purser
• C. Purser and Captain
• D. Flight Attendant In Charge

Answer: (D)

In an in-flight emergency, the person who directs the emergency procedures as they are carried out is the Flight Attendant In Charge. This crew member serves as the lead for cabin operations, coordinating all actions of the flight attendants, giving clear commands to passengers, and ensuring evacuations and safety procedures are executed according to SOPs. The captain remains in command of the aircraft overall and makes flight-deck decisions, but the day-to-day management and direction of cabin safety tasks during the emergency are carried out by the FAIC. The purser’s role is important for cabin service and support, but not the primary director of emergency procedures.