At what turbulence level is cabin service discontinued?

At what turbulence level is cabin service discontinued?

• A. Light turbulence
• B. Moderate
• C. Severe turbulence
• D. Any turbulence

Answer: (B)

During turbulence, safety takes precedence and cabin tasks are scaled back to keep people protected. Light turbulence allows the crew to continue serving with extra caution, since motion is mild enough to manage without creating hazards. Once turbulence reaches a moderate level, movement becomes unpredictable and the risk of trips, spills, and injuries rises significantly, especially with hot drinks and sharp galley equipment. At this point, the standard practice is to discontinue cabin service and keep everyone seated with seat belts fastened while the crew secures the cabin and assists passengers. Severe turbulence is even more dangerous, and service would be halted as a matter of course. So, the level at which cabin service is discontinued is moderate.

During turbulence, safety takes precedence and cabin tasks are scaled back to keep people protected. Light turbulence allows the crew to continue serving with extra caution, since motion is mild enough to manage without creating hazards. Once turbulence reaches a moderate level, movement becomes unpredictable and the risk of trips, spills, and injuries rises significantly, especially with hot drinks and sharp galley equipment. At this point, the standard practice is to discontinue cabin service and keep everyone seated with seat belts fastened while the crew secures the cabin and assists passengers. Severe turbulence is even more dangerous, and service would be halted as a matter of course. So, the level at which cabin service is discontinued is moderate.