Who may be assigned as an attendant for an injured passenger during evacuation?

• A. A fellow passenger other than crew
• B. A member of the crew
• C. The PIC
• D. A medical professional on board.

Answer: (A)

In an evacuation, the person designated to assist an injured passenger is an able-bodied individual who is not part of the crew. The PIC can appoint a fellow passenger to help with nonmedical tasks—things like guiding the injured passenger, helping them move, opening doors, shouting instructions, and keeping others calm—while the crew stays focused on overall exit control and aircraft safety. This keeps the evacuation moving quickly and lets trained crew members handle the essential safety duties. A medical professional onboard would be ideal, but when needed, a capable passenger can fill the attendant role to ensure the injured passenger gets assistance without diverting crew from critical evacuation tasks. The attendant should follow crew directions and not attempt medical treatment unless trained to do so.