Who is responsible for the loading ramp area?

• A. AMC
• B. A/DACG
• C. Deployer commander
• D. CRE

Answer: (D)

The loading ramp area requires a dedicated ramp supervisor—the Cargo Ramp Engineer (CRE). This role is specifically responsible for managing ramp operations, directing the ground crew, and enforcing safety procedures during loading and unloading. The CRE coordinates with the aircrew and loadmasters, oversees cargo securing and tie-downs, and ensures the ramp remains clear of hazards. That hands-on, ramp-focused authority is why the CRE is the person in charge of the loading ramp area.

Organizations like AMC provide overall command structure, not a specific ramp authority; A/DACG handles airlift planning and control more broadly rather than on-ramp supervision; and the deployer commander oversees the unit’s mission as a whole.