Normal procedures - Cabin preparation

4 important questions on Normal procedures - Cabin preparation

What is meant by cabin preparation?

Checking the stowage of cabin luggage and loose objects. It means that:
Cabin luggage and loose objects must be adequately and securely stowed in all cabin areas:


o before taxiing, take-off and landing
oDuring all phases of flight when the fasten seat belt sign is on

Its prevents blocking of :
- The aisle
- Access to emergency equipment
- Access to emergency exits

(according to cabin preparation) Cabin luggage must :

  1. Be small enough to fit beneath the passenger seat in front, to prevent it from sliding forward and/or sideward.
  2. Be stowed in a location where it can be restrained
  3. not exceed the weight limitations
  4. Not be stowed in toilets or against bulkheads

What is a CBBG

Cabin Baggage On Additional Seat

e.g : music instruments, paintings, scale models etc
  • Higher grades + faster learning
  • Never study anything twice
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Discover Study Smart

After passenger briefing 2 you conduct the cabin preparation check, name at least 4:

1.Cabin luggage, loose objects - properly stowed
2.Luggage bins - properly closed
3.Row of seats next to emergency exit - may only occupied by ABP's
4.Infants -Secured
5.Infant life vest - Distributed if applicable
6.Seat belts - Tightly fastened
7.Passenger seat backs - upright
8.Portable electronic equipment - on flight mode
9.Tables - Stowed if applicable
10.Drinking glasses - collected
11.Curtains and cabin dividers - secured open
12.Viewing panel - Open
13.Lavatories - check if unoccupied
14.Galleys, containers, trollys, loose objects - stowed and locked

The question on the page originate from the summary of the following study material:

  • A unique study and practice tool
  • Never study anything twice again
  • Get the grades you hope for
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Remember faster, study better. Scientifically proven.
Trustpilot Logo