Flight Attendants are often viewed with this kind of wonder. What is their life really like? Well, I can tell you, it’s definitely not normal! We lead a very nomadic life, that takes us away from home, for days at a time. A very real life on the road, so to speak. In this article, …
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Beginning in 1930, females have dominated the airline industry as flight attendants. However, in the 1980s, more men began their careers as flight attendants. While 78% of flight attendants are female, currently, more and more men vie for the highly sought-after position as a flight attendant for several reasons. 1) Free flights Most airlines offer …
A flight attendant’s primary job is to ensure the safety of passengers and the crew. JetBlue flight attendants are fully trained to respond to various emergencies that may occur under the direction of the Federal Aviation Administration. While most passengers may only see the flight attendants providing beverage and snack service, the training that a …
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 Airways offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Qatar Airways flight attendants start out at …
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Hundreds of thousands of candidates will submit their applications to Delta every year in order to become 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 with …
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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 our paid hours. Aside from flight hours, there are several factors that affect the salary of a flight attendant …
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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’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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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 for some of the major airlines in the Middle East like Emirates, Qatar Airways or Etihad Airways. I get asked this question an awful lot by my readers, so I want to …
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If you’re wondering what sort of luggage professional flight attendants use – because whatever choices we make, they’ve got to be good ones – then look no further. I’m a flight attendant and I will give you my best recommendations. No time to read everything? Here are my top picks: 😍 TravelPro Maxlite 5 😮 …
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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If you are like me, you probably like to study for any big, upcoming interviews. When I was preparing for my flight attendant interviews, I had to scour the internet looking for websites that listed off some of the most common interview questions asked by airline recruiters. To save you from having to do that …
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As a flight attendant, I spend a large amount of time at the airport before or between flights and I get to see a lot of people stressed about the airport process. I know, for the first time flyer airports can be daunting and bewildering places. So, to help ease your nerves, I’m going to …
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Traveling is a beautiful and life-changing experience for anyone who wants to broaden their horizons and explore the world around them. However, traveling also requires a bit of planning and coordinating. From booking flights and hotels to navigating language barriers, and even finding travel companions, I will share with you my list of the top …
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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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If the idea of stepping onto an airplane gives you a bit of anxiety, you are not alone. One in four people feel a little bit of fear when it comes to flying and some of them suffer a fear so severe that it is diagnosed as an anxiety disorder known as “aviophobia”. “Aviophobia” comes …
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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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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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Are you preparing your kid for a long plane ride? Is this your child’s first flight? Do you need some tips for keeping them calm and entertained? Don’t worry, your traveling days are not over once you have kids. I will give you my advice as a flight attendant to make it easier for you …
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I thought today I’d answer some questions passengers frequently ask me and that I’ve seen out there on the web recently. I hope you find this Q&A interesting. 1) How do you keep from getting a cold or the flu when you spend so much time in an airplane? It’s hard. When I first started …
1) Flight Attendants HATE sharing their pen with passengers (And sometimes other FAs) It’s because in their minds they never get their pen back. And a lot of the time they are right. In my case I’ll share my pen because I actively horde pens from hotels for the sole purpose of sharing. I’ll also …
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It’s no secret that I as a flight attendant have to be recertified with a new competency card every 12 months. Every country in the world requires flight attendants complete an annual training program. At my airline, requalification consists of three parts. (Please note; as always; the details of this article have been altered for …
I thought I’d try and write to you about an average day as a flight attendant. I write so often about specific events or when things go awry, I thought it be nice to outline how things usually happen. Today I’ll describe for you an average (fictional) turn around flight. My airline has a lot …
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I’ve written a bit about my experiences with the airline industry, and today I thought I’d see if I can give some tips for those who are like myself. By that I mean people wanting to start a career as a flight attendant. As such, here are my tips on preparing for a flight attendant …
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Welcome to “These Gold Wings” – a team of experienced flight attendants who are passionate about sharing our knowledge and insights with others. We offer a unique perspective on the aviation industry and provide helpful tips for travelers and aspiring flight attendants alike. Our love for travel and exploring new cultures shines through in our …
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