In the GLAD acronym used for evacuation, which action corresponds to the letter 'G'?

• A. Gather passengers 100 yards upwind away from the aircraft
• B. Listen to CA's instructions
• C. Account for all souls onboard and administer first aid
• D. Do not allow passengers to re-enter the A/C and do not allow smoking

Answer: (A)

Gathers are the action represented by this step. In the GLAD evacuation sequence, G means moving and grouping passengers at a safe distance from the aircraft so everyone is kept away from potential hazards. The recommended 100 yards upwind serves two purposes: it reduces exposure to blast, heat, and fumes, and it creates a clear, organized assembly area where crew can quickly account for everyone. This is why gathering away from the aircraft is the best-fit description for the G action. The other parts of GLAD map to listening to instructions, accounting for all on board, and not re-entering the aircraft or smoking, but they are separate steps.