Who typically makes the arm door announcement?

The lead flight attendant is responsible for making the arm door announcement. This role comes with specific duties that involve coordinating the safety and communication procedures onboard. As the primary leader of the flight attendants, the lead flight attendant ensures that all necessary safety announcements are made clearly and effectively, especially during critical phases of the flight such as boarding, deplaning, and preparing for takeoff or landing.

By having the lead flight attendant make the arm door announcement, it ensures consistency in communication and adherence to safety protocols. This helps in creating a standardized procedure that all crew members follow, ensuring that passengers are adequately informed about safety measures regarding the doors and overall flight protocols.