Which steps constitute the proper initial response to manifest changes?

• A. Notify passengers about manifest changes.
• B. Only update the manifest after landing.
• C. Recalculate weight and balance, update the manifest, and communicate changes to crew and dispatch.
• D. Inform maintenance only.

Answer: (C)

Manifest changes directly affect weight, balance, and performance, so the proper initial response is to recalculate weight and balance with the new data, update the manifest, and communicate the changes to the crew and dispatch. This ensures the aircraft remains within approved weight and CG limits, keeps fuel and loading plans valid, and gives the flight team and ground staff current information to adjust operations as needed. Notifying passengers isn’t part of the required operational step, updating the manifest after landing is too late for in-flight decisions, and informing maintenance alone doesn’t ensure the flight crew and dispatcher are aware of the updated loading data.