The short answer to this question is: YES. An introvert or a shy person can be a flight attendant, there is absolutely no reason why not. At first glance, it seems that being a flight attendant and being someone who is shy are two things that just don’t go together. When most people think about …
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“Tell me about yourself” is often the first and one of the most common questions you are faced with in every flight attendant interview. It is also one of the most dreaded. How do you answer it to give the best impression of your personality and achievements? Do you go through your entire resume? How …
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In my country, Spain, we have a saying: “De la panza sale la danza”, which translates into English as, “From the stomach comes the dance”. Which means that you need to eat well to do other things well. And that is especially true of flight attendants. We need to eat well to work well. But …
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One of the joys of working in aviation and flying the skies is the sense of family that you develop with others in our industry. We understand the special nature of our work and share a joint love of it, so we are more than happy to share our experiences with one another. That is …
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The life of a flight attendant may appear glamorous – a reputation that it has worldwide-, but there are, as with all great jobs, drawbacks, and spending a lot of time away from home can be a big one. Have you ever thought about how many days a month flight attendants work and how often …
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You have always wanted to be a Flight Attendant, it’s your dream job, your goal and your ambition. You are perfect for the position: you have previous experience in customer service, a passion for aviation, and you speak 3 languages, you are the complete package. Or are you? Is your weight a factor in your …
Being a flight attendant is an amazing opportunity to travel the world: Imagine landing in Rome, Paris, Kuala Lumpur or any of the places that you’ve always wanted to visit and staying for 1, 3, 5 days or until your duty begins. Flying for free? That has got to be seriously cool. But here’s the …
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Have you ever wondered what flight attendants do after landing? Do they stay at the airport or in the plane? Do they nap at the airport hotel? Today I’m going to take you through what a flight attendant does after a typical day at work. So let’s get right into it and look at the …
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Timing is one of the most important aspects when you are searching for a job. To increase your chances of getting hired, you need to be in the right place at the right time. Especially when we are talking about seasonal jobs. With that in mind, let’s talk about when is the best time to …
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Many people think the work of a flight attendant is only serving beverages and food. Well, while we do serve food and beverages, we do much more than that. Some of the duties of a flight attendant include enforcing regulations, explaining safety procedures, handling emergencies, and giving first aid. The job of a flight attendant …
More and more people are getting tattoos these days, it’s a growing trend, especially with Millennials. But while they may be getting more and more accepted in general society, it’s a different story in the workplace, especially in the airline industry. In the cabin crew side of aviation, there are very strict policies about staff …
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An important part of being a flight attendant is the correct wearing of the uniform and tights are an integral part of that. I’ve spent more than 11 years trying to figure out what is the best hosiery for flight attendants to wear, so today I’m going to talk to you about my favorites. Gentlemen …
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Today we’re going to look at what life is really like for the cabin crew who work for Qatar Airways. I have been helped in putting this material together by my friend Kristal, who has over 4 years experience as a flight attendant with Qatar Airways. So together, we’re going to answer the questions that …
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If you are a male flight attendant or you plan to be one, in this article I’m going to give you the best tips on how to always look well turned out and perfectly groomed. In this, I’m going to be aided by Frank, who is a flight attendant for one of the biggest Dutch …
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There has been a lot of talk about whether or not is it worth attending a flight attendant school. Will they help you get the job or are they just a scam? Some say that these schools just create false hope and are only in the business of promoting themselves and making money, while others …
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If you are (or wish to be) a flight attendant, pilot, or aviation enthusiast you might be interested in watching some of these movies, series, or documentaries. Some are real-life dramas, some are interesting documentaries and others are just plain funny. I’m sure you’ll find something here that you’ll like. So, here is our selection …
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This question comes up quite a lot. It is one that people often candidates ask themselves before applying for a flight attendant’s position. I wish the answer was easy and clear cut, but that isn’t the case. I will explain why in this article. Technically it’s possible to become a flight attendant at any age, …
Qatar Airways is ranked as one of the best airlines in the world and has received numerous awards for its onboard service. While expectations on their cabin crew are very high, so are the rewards and to this end, Qatar offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Plenty of parameters affect a Qatar Airways cabin …
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Let me say this from the very start; it’s essential to understand that the only way to ensure a negative drug test is not to use drugs. Not at all. Two of the most common ingredients in major air transport accidents are drugs and alcohol. That’s why testing for these two things is so very …
I know many of you are curious about Emirates and how much their cabin crew make. You’ve heard many positive things about the airline and you want to know if the cabin crew salaries and benefits are as good as people make out. Flight attendants with Emirates Airways start out making between $36,000 and $53,000 …
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Exit rows can provide you much more comfort and legroom when flying economy on long haul trips but are they really better? In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the emergency exit row seats and provide you with information that will surprise you. PROS More legroom, which means leg stretching flexing …
When you go for an interview for a position as a flight attendant, you will be asked the question ‘Why Do You Want to Be a Flight Attendant?’. No doubt. Which is a good thing because it means that you can learn what the right answer should be and you can practice delivering it. Having …
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Whether you like it or not, English is the language of aviation. That’s a simple fact that you can’t ignore if you want to work in our industry. Which means that before you are hired by any major airline, you must be able to speak fluent English or to pass an English test to prove …
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The short answer to that question? It’s hard, very hard. But without the tips and information contained in this article, it will be a lot harder. Firstly I’ll explain the reasons to why it’s so difficult to make it through the process and then I’ll give you some tips to help you navigate your way …
If you want to make traveling less stressful and more fun for you and your family, you should consider buying a suitcase for your child. A wheeled bag will be fun and practical for little ones and it will make flying with children easier for everyone. But which one is the best? As flight attendants, …
As a flight attendant, I’m often asked about the airline industry’s requirements with regard to the height of cabin crew. This is often an overlooked aspect of our career, so it will be helpful if I cover it in some detail for you. In this article, I’ll explain what a height test involves and I’ll …
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How do you choose the right car seat for air travel? For parents, this can be quite a task. It’s so easy for parents to get tricked. This is because some child-restraint systems are only meant to be used in motor vehicles and not for airplanes. Also, some that are approved in your country may …
According to the FAA, unprotected exposure to loud noise (higher than 90dB) for eight or more hours per day over a period of several years, may cause permanent hearing loss. Research suggests that pilots are one of the groups of people most affected by hearing loss and this is especially evident in those who began …
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If you’re thinking about applying to become a flight attendant, then you’ve come to the right place for inside knowledge on exactly what this entails when you have got the job and are flying the skies. I’m going to answer all those questions that you have about being a flight attendant and give you an …
If it’s your dream to become a flight attendant and travel the world, check out this guide that will take you through all the steps you need to pass before getting your wings. The whole process is different with each airline, but they are all generally quite long and tedious. I’ve gone through this process …
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