Who is responsible for controlling the air-bill papers?

• A. Pilot
• B. Co-pilot
• C. Flight attendant
• D. Material owner

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that the person in command of the flight is responsible for controlling the air-bill papers. The air-bill serves as the primary transport contract and must accompany the cargo and be ready for inspection, so it falls under the pilot-in-command’s duty to ensure that the documents are on board, legible, and accurate, and that any changes are properly handled. The co-pilot aids in cockpit duties but the primary responsibility for regulatory compliance and document control rests with the pilot in command. Flight attendants manage cabin safety and passenger needs, while the material owner or shipper is responsible for providing correct information and proper labeling, but not for controlling the papers during flight.