What is the primary instruction given to ABPs at overwing exits A and F?

• A. To open the exit, go out first, slide off the wing, stay at the bottom of the wing to assist passengers to their feet and move them away from the aircraft.
• B. Remain on the wing and do not assist passengers.
• C. Stay inside and guide passengers from the cabin.
• D. Pull the escape rope to assist passengers.

Answer: (A)

ABPs at overwing exits are responsible for taking control of the evacuation flow to get people away from the aircraft quickly and safely. The best action is to open the exit, go out onto the wing first, and then stay at the bottom of the wing to help passengers stand and move them away from the aircraft. This ensures the exit is used efficiently, keeps evacuees away from the fuselage and any hazards on the wing, and allows the ABP to provide hands-on assistance as people exit. Staying inside and guiding from the cabin would delay evacuation, while remaining on the wing without helping would leave passengers unsupported. The escape rope can be used as an aid for descent if needed, but the primary role is to open the exit, lead onto the wing, and assist passengers off the wing and away from the aircraft.