Is it permissible to use leg restraints on commercial aircraft?

• A. Not specified
• B. No
• C. Yes
• D. Only with supervisor

Answer: (D)

Leg restraints are a controlled safety measure that require proper authorization. They should be used only when there is a real safety risk and only with the approval of a supervisor. This ensures the action is appropriate, proportional, and correctly documented, and it helps coordinate with the flight deck or law enforcement as needed. In practice, crew should try de-escalation first and only proceed to restraints if a supervisor confirms it’s necessary. That’s why the correct stance is that leg restraints may be used only with supervisor approval.