What is critical for the cabin crew to do once the aircraft is on the ground during a hijacking?

In the context of a hijacking, it is crucial for the cabin crew to ensure the aircraft remains on the ground. Keeping the aircraft on the ground allows for control of the situation and minimizes the risk of harm to passengers and crew. The ground environment is typically more secure, enabling law enforcement or specialized teams to handle the hijacking effectively.

Allowing the plane to take off could increase the danger to everyone on board and potentially make the situation more complicated to resolve. This strategy intends to protect passengers and crew by stabilizing the situation and ensuring safety measures can be implemented quickly.

While notifying ground security, preparing for passenger offloading, and responding to threats are also important actions in a crisis, the immediate priority is to maintain control of the aircraft on the ground.