To whom should the Cabin Discrepancy Report be given prior to Sterile Flight Deck?

• A. Purser
• B. Captain
• C. First Officer
• D. Ground Service Manager

Answer: (B)

The main idea being tested is who holds the authority to receive and act on safety-related information before entering sterile flight deck conditions. The Captain has ultimate responsibility for flight safety and for decisions about whether any condition in the cabin could affect operations or require actions before the cockpit is secured. A Cabin Discrepancy Report communicates issues that could impact safety or flight configuration, so it should be directed to the person who can assess risk, authorize necessary steps, and coordinate with maintenance if needed. The Purser coordinates cabin service and acts as a liaison, but does not carry the same safety decision-making authority as the Captain. The First Officer is part of the flight deck team, but the protocol designates the Captain as the primary recipient to ensure clear authority and unified action. The Ground Service Manager is not part of the in-flight chain of command.