How should you respond to a cockpit door security concern during flight?

• A. Notify the Purser, follow security protocol, and assist as directed by the Captain and Security team.
• B. Notify the Captain directly and bypass Purser.
• C. Ignore the concern and continue service.
• D. Call passengers to the galley for a briefing.

Answer: (B)

Direct, immediate notification to the person in charge of aircraft security is essential. The Captain has the authority to initiate security procedures, coordinate with the Security team, and decide on the appropriate actions to keep everyone safe. By informing the Captain directly, you ensure swift, unambiguous communication and avoid delays that can come from passing messages through others. Once the Captain is alerted, they’ll issue the proper directives and the crew can support those actions. This approach prioritizes rapid decision-making and clear leadership in a cockpit door security situation, rather than waiting through additional channels or continuing routine tasks like service.