If the CA becomes incapacitated, what is the FA's role?

• A. Listen to the remaining pilot and assist
• B. Fly the aircraft
• C. Evacuate immediately
• D. Take control of the cabin doors

Answer: (A)

When a cabin crew member becomes incapacitated, the flight attendant’s role is to listen to the remaining pilot and assist. The pilot in command stays in charge, so the FA supports by carrying out the pilot’s instructions and handling cabin tasks—keeping passengers safe, communicating with the crew, and helping with any immediate medical or safety needs. This coordinated support helps maintain control of the situation and prepares the team for a safe outcome, including a potential landing and, if needed, evacuation per the captain’s directions.

Flying the aircraft isn’t the FA’s responsibility; only trained pilots control the flight. Evacuating immediately isn’t automatic either—evacuation is used when commanded or when conditions require it. Taking control of the cabin doors isn’t appropriate unless there’s a specific evacuation directive, as door operations are managed under the flight deck’s authority and procedures.