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, …
Flight Attendant training is something that so many people try for years to get to! After going through the entire process to get hired with American Airlines, you still have to make it through a rigorous training period to be able to gain your Flight Attendant certification. Considering this position is truly a safety position, …
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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Hundreds of thousands of candidates will submit their applications to Delta every year in order to become a flight attendant. Those very few candidates who pass every stage of the assessment process will then be asked to attend a six-week training at Delta’s headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. The assessment process to become a flight attendant …
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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 …
In the U.S. airline industry, there are so many companies to choose from when you start your career as a Flight Attendant. In a world based on seniority, it is imperative to take your time and consider which one is going to be the best for you. Do you want long layovers, productive trips where …
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As one of the world’s most award-winning airlines, Delta is also known for having some of the highest-paid flight attendants. While flight hours make up the bulk of a Delta Flight Attendant’s pay, there are several factors that affect their salary. Delta currently has over 20,000 employed flight attendants making anywhere between $33,000 to over …
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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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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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In a world full of a multitude of airlines, what does it take to get onto American Airlines, one of the top legacy carriers in the United States? I can tell you, that it isn’t as easy as you think. The process is long and tedious, and the competition to become a flight attendant is …
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Thousands of hopeful applicants with different work experiences apply to become a flight attendant every year but only a small percentage are selected. Many airlines, including JetBlue, follow a traditional hiring process. Airlines have enhanced their hiring process to include several stages such as a basic application, an assessment, a video interview, and a face …
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A departing flight can be exciting for everyone on board including the flight attendants (also known as Inflight Crew Members at JetBlue). Since flight attendants are paid per flight hour, a take-off marks the beginning of their paid hours. Aside from flight hours, there are several factors that affect the salary of a flight attendant …
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Flight Attendant jobs have been around for a long time, but there is still this air of mystery about how it all really all works. Today, we’re talking about our schedules. How many days do we work in a month? Do we have to pay for our own accommodations on layovers? The questions are endless, …
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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 …
American Airlines is one of the highest paying of any company in the US for flight attendants. For this article, I spoke to a lot of my colleagues, asking them questions about their rates of pay and the way it works for them within American Airlines. So here are the results of that research, a …
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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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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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If you are a flight attendant and you are looking to invest in a watch before you buy you want to make sure that you can wear it to work. In this article, I’ll explain how to choose your flight attendant watch and explain the requirements most airlines have for it. You’ll also find a …
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As a flight attendant here I have listed my top 15 books you must read. This list of books covers practical and helpful information if you are looking for a flight attendant job as well as tales from the lighter and stranger side of the aviation industry. Recommended Books for Prospective (Future) Cabin Crews The …
Let’s talk about how to prepare the outfit that you’ll be wearing for the interview when you attend a Flight Attendant Open Day. I get asked this question an awful lot by my readers, so I want to give you my top tips for looking great and rocking your dream job opportunity. But before I …
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If you’re wondering what sort of luggage the professional flight attendants use – because whatever choices we make, they’ve got to be good ones for you – then look no further. This luggage product review and my flight attendant’s buying guide will answer all your questions. Best soft side carry-on overall Travelpro Crew 11 expandable …
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Okay, gentleman, firstly the bad news: dating a flight attendant can be difficult, unpredictable and at times it may feel as if you are swirling in a world of chaos. But the good news, the really good news, is that dating a flight attendant is interesting, charming, intense, the chaos can be exciting and it …
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Before getting hired, flight attendants usually have to go through a final stage interview. With this complete list of the most commonly asked flight attendant interview questions, I got you covered. For those who don’t know me, my name is Coral and I’ve been a flight attendant and cabin manager for more than a decade. …
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The purpose of a cover letter is to give a sneak-peak into what your resume will contain. It truly is the first impression the employer will have of you. And it is also true that a poorly written cover letter can send your application straight to the recycle bin. This is where you introduce yourself …
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As many of you know, I have been working as an international flight attendant for the last 11 years and it’s a career I’m very passionate and enthusiastic about. That’s why I created this blog, to help prospective flight attendants and current cabin crew to get their dream job. Today I’m going to be talking …
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I get asked many questions about my life as a flight attendant, ranging from how tall do I have to be to what is a layover like or, what happens to my love life? Everybody wants to know more about how to become a flight attendant. Let’s face it, being a flight attendant does sound …
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Updated May 4, 2020 Have you ever wondered how much do flight attendants make? Whenever I talk to people about what I do for a living, their eyes light up because they think that I have a glamorous life just traveling the world. And they also assume that the money I get paid while doing …
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My schedule changes often. That’s what you sign up for when you join this industry. In fact as I’m writing this post I’m on day 2 of 4 of reserve duty. I could be called to go anywhere at any moment. Related topic: What Do Flight Attendant Typical Schedules Look Like? I recently had a …
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