Recently my mom called me to ask for advice on how to pack for a trip. As flight attendants packing becomes automatic. We know what to bring, but more importantly, we know what not to bring. We also know how to stay organized while living out of luggage and maximize the space available, so we …
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Looking for a job as a flight attendant in the United States? To help make the job hunt as easy as possible we have compiled a list of all the US airlines. Each airline listed here links directly to their recruiting webpage. The airlines next to this emoji 🔥 are the ones currently hiring. Last …
Working in the aviation industry comes with its perk and non-rev travel is a big one. Flying for free or very cheap is possible for flight attendants like me. How ? That’s what I’ll explain in this article. What Is Non-Rev Travel? Non-rev or “non-revenue” travel is one of the main perks that comes with …
Yes, I know, we all hate this interview question. But you will inevitably have to answer it someday, whether you are applying for a cabin crew position, or not. So, buckle up, we’re going to tackle the best way to answer this question in a flight attendant interview. Why Do Employers Ask Interview Questions About …
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In 2017 I was standing in the terminal of Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) having just received my conditional job offer (CJO) from American Airlines when I got a call from Delta. I had interviewed with them a week earlier in Atlanta. They were reaching out to offer me a CJO too and were willing to …
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American Airlines is the largest airline in the world in terms of fleet size, in terms of employees, but is it a good company to work for as a flight attendant? I certainly think so, but I might be a little biased. Having worked for American, I can say with confidence that it is a …
Working at American Airlines: PROS & CONS of a Flight Attendant Read More »
No matter what airline you work for, the work schedules of flight attendants tend to be complex, irregular, and kind of hard to understand if you don’t happen to jet set for a living. It can be hard to keep up with our schedules to know when we might have time to spend with friends …
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If you’ve come across this article, chances are you recognize how hard flight attendants work to make sure your flight is as enjoyable as possible. So, before we move onto the rest of the article, I just want to say, thank you for being here. Sometimes being a flight attendant can feel like a thankless …
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Being on reserve can be both a rewarding adventure and an exhausting test of your resilience. Reserve is a little like flight crew roulette. You can never be entirely certain where crew scheduling will send you, or what kind of trip assignment you might receive. Sometimes you will love being on reserve, and other times …
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What is it like to spend your life flying the friendly the skies? It’s more than serving diet coke and handing out pretzels, there are actually quite a few opportunities for flight attendants to advance their careers and take on new roles within the airline they work for. All airlines are different, but one of …
Flying with a bigger dog can be a challenge, but they’re worth it! Last year when I moved from the US to Germany with my dog, Obi Wan, I had to do a lot of research to figure out which airlines we could fly with. This article is designed to help you save time, since …
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You are excited to be headed to training but you have no idea what to pack. After all, it is a two-fold question because deciding what to pack also means deciding what to wear. Don’t stress! This article is here to help you take the guesswork out of packing for your training program, based on …
Within the flight attendant profession, there aren’t many opportunities to “climb the ladder,” the way you would in other roles. Besides gaining seniority, the only real opportunity for promotion as a flight attendant is to become a Purser. If you don’t know what a purser is I recommend reading this post: What is a Purser …
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Having a pet is an amazing privilege. It is also a huge responsibility and, as a flight attendant, having a pet comes with a whole host of additional challenges to consider. Is it Possible to Have Pets as a Flight Attendant? The Short Answer: Yes! It is absolutely possible to have a pet as a …
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Have you ever heard someone introduce themselves on the intercom as your “purser for this flight,” and wondered what that meant? Or maybe you have been browsing for jobs as a flight attendant and seen mentions of pursers but don’t really understand why they are considered different from other crewmembers. If you have any questions …
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I was 23, unemployed, and in the midst of a quarter-life crisis, sitting on a flight between Charlotte, North Carolina (CLT) and Peoria, Illinois (PIA), when a realization hit me. I wanted nothing more than to become a flight attendant! That would be the next chapter of my life! But how does one become a …
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When Flight Attendants aren’t sleeping in a hotel where do they go? Well home… Where is home? That answer differs from flight attendant to flight attendant and from airline to airline. This article briefly explains where flight attendants live, and the various logistics that go into choosing a place to live when you happen to …
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The interview process involved with becoming an American Airlines flight attendant can be a long, multi-step process. So don’t be surprised if it takes four to five months to receive an invitation to the in-person interview in Dallas, Texas. Once you do have that invitation, this article will help you prepare for the types of …
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When I was going through the process of applying for airline jobs, I ended up in a position where I had an offer from both Delta and American Airlines, and I must admit a part of me chose American Airlines because I liked their uniforms better (something about my red hair clashing with Delta’s striking …
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In my personal opinion, American Airlines has a very fair reserve system because it gives flight attendants some control over their schedules while on reserve, and because it evolves with your career; the more seniority you have at American, the less you have to “sit” on reserve. The only downside to the AA system is …
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Why do we put up with annoying passengers? For the flight benefits of course! We all know the real reason people become flight attendants, but thankfully American Airlines offers its flight crews more than just standby rights. Perks of working for American Airlines include access to some of the best health insurance options in the …
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One of the most stressful and most exciting things about becoming a new hire flight attendant is getting assigned to your first base. At American Airlines the instructors hold a base assignment ceremony to make the moment extra special. There are actually quite a few logistical factors that go into assigning flight attendants to their …
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Have you ever dreamed of working for the world’s largest airline? Then you’re in luck because American Airlines is in the process of hiring thousands of new flight attendants! But do you have what it takes to become an AA Stew? Let’s find out! In this article, I will cover everything you need to know …
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Finding comfortable shoes is especially important for us flight attendants. We are constantly on our feet at high altitudes, standing for over 10 hours on some days. So, it’s no wonder we can develop foot problems, sore and tired legs, and even back pain. This article is intended to help you avoid those nasty side …
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Flying with your dog is not easy, for you or your pet. Naturally, we want to keep them close during our travels, which is why some people opt to travel with their dogs in the passenger cabin. Known within the industry as “cabin pets.” Unfortunately, flying with your dog is not as easy as showing …
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In October 2021, I packed up my dog Obi and moved to Germany from North Carolina. Because he is a large dog, he had to travel in cargo while I slummed it in Premium Economy. Sometimes it feels like I studied almost as much for this one flight as I did to earn my wings. …
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Did you know flight attendants have a secret language? We speak in coded terms and use lots of acronyms. Whether you are a new hire feeling a bit lost in the conversations going on around you, or someone who just wants to be nosy and decipher what your flight attendants are gossiping about in the …
