How should an evacuation via a wing overwing exit be conducted?

• A. Keep passengers seated and wait for commands.
• B. Use the cockpit to evacuate.
• C. Instruct passengers to use the overwing exit, assist those needing help, keep the exit path clear, and guide passengers to a safe assembly area.
• D. Evacuate only the most able-bodied passengers.

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that an overwing evacuation relies on the crew actively guiding everyone to safety: instructing passengers to use the overwing exit, assisting those who need help, keeping the exit path clear so people can move quickly without obstruction, and guiding evacuees to a safe assembly area where everyone can be accounted for. This approach ensures a swift, orderly flow from the aircraft to a secure spot away from hazards, while also making sure those who may struggle—such as children, the elderly, or travelers with disabilities—receive the help they need. Keeping passengers seated would stall the evacuation and create confusion, using the cockpit to evacuate bypasses the cabin crew’s instructions and safety checks, and evacuating only the most able-bodied ignores the responsibility to assist all passengers.