Tipping is a complex world. Once confined to receiving good service in bars and restaurants, the rise of tipping culture in many industries has seen tips expected by everyone from your hairdresser to the clothes store clerk you’ve just bought…
Do flight attendants have to wear heels — or is this an optional requirement? Whilst dress codes and uniform requirements for flight attendants vary by airline, most airlines do still require their female flight attendants to wear heels as part…
The lifestyle of a flight attendant is often portrayed as sociable and exciting, but it can also be quite lonely. With long hours away from home and a constantly changing schedule, it’s often asked if the profession leads to a…
Typically, flight attendants make two announcements to the passengers during landing. One, slightly before touchdown, and another whilst vacating the runway. From a flight attendant’s perspective, landing announcements are some of the most important ones we make. Not only do…
Ah, the life of a flight attendant – always jet-setting from one destination to the next! But what happens when they finally touch down at their destination — often referred to as “downroute”? After a long flight, some crew choose…
As an experienced flight attendant, I’ve heard my fair share of myths and misconceptions about the job. One of the most persistent and surprising is the idea that flight attendants are somehow prohibited from getting married. However, as crazy as…
Did you know that flight attendants typically have to wear watches? Enforced in the uniform regulations of many airlines, flight attendants should be wearing a — colour appropriate! — timepiece. But why do airlines have this requirement? Believe it or…
Ever read a job description that’s looking for some pretty absurd hiring requirements? You know the ones I’m referring to… Must be a recent graduate with 10 years experience, training not provided but expected to be proficient… that type of thing?…
Flight attendants have to stay in specific hotels while on their layovers. Crews need a place to rest and relax, so they can be fresh for their next flight. But what are the requirements for a hotel that airline crew…
Flight attendants and nurses are two careers that are frequently grouped together. Many workers straddle the two professions. Airlines have previously targeted recruitment campaigns at nurses, and it’s not uncommon to fly with part-time flight attendants that still maintain their…
