If the IFE Smoke Detected Light illuminates on the 777-300ER, should FAs immediately shut down the IFE?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only if smoke is present
• D. Only after notifying the flight deck

Answer: (B)

When the IFE Smoke Detected light comes on, it’s an alert about the IFE system or its equipment bay, not an automatic fire emergency. The correct approach is to report the condition to the flight deck and follow the standard operating procedures. The flight deck will decide if any action, including shutting the IFE, is necessary. Shutting the IFE down immediately based solely on the light isn’t required, because the light may be a fault or a non-bleeding alarm that can be assessed by the flight crew. If there’s actual smoke or other hazardous signs, the flight deck will direct the appropriate action.