Upon receiving the cargo manifest, to whom should the SCCM report?

• A. Ground Staff
• B. Commander
• C. Cabin Crew
• D. Passengers

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that cargo information is part of flight safety and must be overseen by the person in command of the aircraft. The cargo manifest contains critical details about weight, balance, and the nature of the cargo (including any dangerous goods). The Commander has the ultimate responsibility for the aircraft’s loading, performance, and compliance with regulations, so the SCCM should report directly to the Captain to ensure decisions on loading and any required actions are made promptly and authoritatively. Ground staff handle ground operations, cabin crew focus on onboard safety and service and report through the established chain of command, and passengers have no role in cargo-related decisions.