Which role is in charge of the flight and hanger deck FOD program?

• A. Air Boss
• B. Maintenance Control
• C. The Handler
• D. V-2 Division QA

Answer: (C)

FOD prevention on the flight and hangar decks is a hands-on safety duty tied to who directly controls aircraft movement and deck personnel. The Handler is the person who directs aircraft on the flight deck and maintains day-to-day deck safety, including securing loose items, coordinating with maintenance and flight ops, and enforcing housekeeping checks. This role naturally handles the FOD program—conducting or supervising FOD walks, ensuring tools and debris aren’t left on the deck, and stopping operations if a hazard is found. The Air Boss oversees overall air operations, while Maintenance Control and QA have other primary responsibilities. So, the Handler is the one charged with the flight and hanger deck FOD program.