Who is directly responsible for the pre-launch briefing of passengers?

• A. Pilot in command
• B. Flight attendant
• C. Ground crew supervisor
• D. Passenger

Answer: (A)

The person in charge of flight safety delivers the pre-launch passenger briefing. In hot air balloon operations, the pilot in command is responsible for all safety aspects of the flight, so they lead the briefing to ensure everyone knows how to board, where to sit, what to do during ascent and landing, and what to do in an emergency. This briefing covers important procedures and expectations, aligning passengers with the planned flight and safety measures. Ground crew supervise on the ground but don’t conduct the passenger safety briefing, flight attendants aren’t a standard role in balloons, and passengers are the recipients, not the providers, of the briefing.