Which area must be secured before the aircraft is considered secure?

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Securing the galley is the final step that completes the security check because it contains movable service equipment that must be stowed and locked. When beverage carts and trolleys are secured and galley doors are latched, there’s no risk of items shifting during taxi, takeoff, or landing, and there’s no opportunity for unauthorized access to equipment or for items to obstruct evacuation routes. The cockpit remains secured to protect the crew, but until the galley is secured, there’s a potential for unsecured equipment or access through the galley that could compromise safety. So, securing the galley ensures the aircraft can be considered fully secure.