Flight Attendant Career Guide and Counseling

Question: flight attendant? how much do you think a flight attendant gets paid like every month and just when shes starting and shes bi lingual

Answer: Flight attendant pay varies by airline based on the scale negotiated in their labor contract. Pay increases based on tenure with the company and being bi-lingual is not a factor on pay. According to the Association of Professional Flight Attendants, beginning median flight attendant salaries were about $14,847 a year. Not much. In 2000, the median annual flight attendant salary was $38,820. The middle 50 percent earned between $28,200 and $56,610. The lowest 10 percent earned salaries of less than $18,090, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $83,630. Read more on F/A pay here- http://www.cabincrewjobs.com/flight-atte… And get more about the job here- http://www.flightattendants.org

Question: Are most flight attendants female? Is being a flight attendant considered a good job in your country? What do you think are the qualifications? Would you rather have a younger, more beautiful/handsome flight attendant or an older, more experienced one?

Answer: Most of them are female, but there are some men too. t is the inheritance from the early days of aviation, whem people were scared to death when entering the "flying machine". Since most of the passengers were men, the fear was surpressed with a look to a good looking female flight attendant - and what man would ever show his fear in front of a good looking young lady? The qualifications are numerous, but achievable - 2 or 3 foreign languages, good health condition and fitness, first aid and CPR education, special on-board health care (icluding helping at child birth and heart attack). In my country (which is recently named "Serbia") flight attendant is considered a good job, but not many young ladies can get into it, because of rather small commercial fleet.

Question: How to become a flight attendant elsewhere? I live in Canada and I want to become a flight attendant. But I want to become a flight attendant in Dubai because I am planning to live there, I am planning to learn Arabic in the future too. Do I study in Dubai to become a flight attendant there? and also, how can I become a citizen of Dubai in the future?

Answer: Dubai is the right choice. If you asked where that is the place i would recommend. Emirates hires international staff. Apply from www.emiratescareers.com as far as i know you become trained there. The requirements are: Minimum age 21 years at the time of application Minimum arm reach of 212 cms (on tip toes), which will enable you to reach emergency equipment on all aircraft types Educated to at least high school standard Medically fit to meet aircrew requirements Fluent in written and spoken English (fluency in another language is an asset) Previous experience in the service/hospitality industry is an advantage. If you work for emirates this would be what you will get A three year renewable contract A tax-free starting salary of AED 3, 915 (approx. US$ 1,070) plus flying pay of approximately US$ 1,300 per month High quality furnished shared accommodation (own bedroom) Comprehensive medical coverage Free duty transport End-of-service benefits A bonus is also payable on completion of the first three year contract Emirates will provide you annually with a confirmed ticket to your home country Generous travel concessions on Emirates and other airlines Check this official Emirates video for more info http://www.emiratescareers.com/Images/Ca… Glad i can help :)

Question: What are your experiences as a flight attendant? I am thinking of becoming a flight attendant. I think I have a lot of the qualities looked for in one, for example I've flown hundreds of times and speak four languages fluently. What other types of attributes are looked for in a flight attendant? If you are a flight attendant, how has it been? Is it really stressful, or are there more pros than cons? Does the company you work for have regulations about what you have to look like, how tall you have to be, etc?

Answer: You've flown a lot so you've got an idea (ish), but of course what the passenger see's and what is going on behind the scenes can be very different! Speaking other languages is always helpful but not essential with most airlines. You would do well to have extensive customer care experience, be outgoing and confident (but watch this doesn't come across as arrogant), be able to smile lots!, be able to hold down a good conversation, be able to provide times where you've given/received good/bad customer service or overcome stressful situations etc. Having First Aid Training would also be an advantage. I've done the job for 11 months and it's been an experience! You feel a bit bewildered at Training as it's a lot to learn in 4 weeks, then when you think you're ready to go and you know everything, you start flying and find there's a whole load of new stuff to learn on board concerning service etc. So it can be a bit daunting but if you listen, do what you're told and dont be afraid to ask questions then you'll do fine and you'll be continuously learning. It's more often than not all "go go go" and most of the time you're lucky to get a break for something to eat but you can get night flights when everyone's sleeping and you can chat to colleagues and read magazines etc but obviously there is still work to be done even then. This only stresses you out if you're the kind of person who allows themselves to get stressed. The pros are when you get nice trips to nice places, stay in beautiful hotels, and enjoy good food and have nights out, or sunbathe and go shopping etc. If you travel to the US you can get far better prices for certain things that would otherwise cost you a fortune at home (if you live in the UK). The cons are that you suffer physically from the effects of flying ie you're absolutely knackered after some flights sometimes for days. I can get up at 5am and not get home until 1am the next morning, and obviously you'd be away days when on a long-haul but that bit doesn't bother me or I wouldn't be doing this job. The Company I work for requires me to be taller than 5ft 2" (cant remember now but there is a maximum height also), and there are lots of standards on appearance - doesn't matter what you look like but you must wear your hair and make-up a certain way and wear certain tights/bra/watch/earrings/rings/hair accessories/shoes/nail varnish etc.

Question: How long does it take to complete a flight attendant program to the start of a job? I just read on this flight attendant site that they offer a 6 month flight attendant program...That is a long time! 2nd question: What do you think of the flight attendant sites that charge money for you to get more info regarding flight attendant jobs and industry? Thank you

Answer: Have you been watching the news or reading it? This is NOT the time to start a career as a flight attendant.

Question: What are the requirements to become a flight attendant at Alaska Airlines? What are the requirements to become a flight attendant at Alaska Airlines? 10 POINTS BEST ANSWER!Please provide answers to the QUESTIONS I ASKED!PLEASE GIVE A LINK,WEBSITE...! I have about a few years left 'till college then I go through college.I want to become a flight attendant when I get out of college and I was wondering what are the requirements to become flight attendant at Alaska Airlines?Can you give me link?A website?I would very much appreciate it

Answer: This is directly from the Alaska Air website under Careers for flight attendants: PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Responsible for preparing the aircraft for passengers. - Greet passengers, verify ticket and seating assignments, and carry on baggage stowage and security. - Explain and demonstrate use of safety equipment and procedures. - Prepare and serve meals and beverages, collect money for certain beverages. - Answer questions regarding flight schedules and point out places of interest. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: - Embody the Alaska Spirit and conduct oneself with Integrity, Resourcefulness, Professionalism and Caring. - Uncompromising dedication to safety. - Able to relocate to any of our flight attendant bases: Los Angeles, Seattle or Anchorage. - At least 21 years of age and able to serve alcohol. - Able to reach 80 vertical inches while wearing shoes and/or standing on your toes. - Able to swim 90 feet assisted with a life vest. - Possess a high school diploma or equivalent. - At least 2 years of customer or community service experience. - Non-user of all nicotine products for at least the last six months. (requirement may vary depending upon location) - Flexible to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays. - US citizen or registered alien with the legal right to accept employment. - Able to attend 5-6 weeks of unpaid training in Seattle if selected. - Able to demonstrate the physical ability to perform the duties of a flight attendant. - Must possess adaptability to perform a variety of duties, dealing with people, and performing effectively under stress. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS For specific physical requirements, please contact the Recruiter.

Question: Georgia doesn't have flight attendant schools how do I become one without leaving the state? So after a recent question about flight attendant school's in Georgia, there are none. So how the heck do I become one? Do I have to go to another state?

Answer: These are a waste of time. If hired, the airlines train you. Going to "school" is a waste of time and money.

Question: How risky is to become flight attendant that u might loose ur job? Hi everyone i want to become a flight attendant but iam worried about loosing my job because i heard that some people laid off.so what u think do i become a flight attendant or not? i do want to but if loose my job i dont like it. how many percentage is risky of loosing ur job. thanks alote my future is in u guys hands

Answer: The risk of a layoff is high for anyone in the aviation transportation business, if anyone tells you otherwise they are blowing smoke up your A**. Even if you only make it a couple of years it will probably be some interesting and fun ones. You won't have the opportunity in many jobs to be outnumbered by women, so that should be fun in itself, even if you don't fancy women. Enjoy yourself accept the job, travel the world, try to have fun, if it doesn't work out no big deal, find another job. And most importantly see the world!! Hope this helps.

Question: What is it like to be a flight attendant? I've always wanted to be a flight attendant. I love being in airports and in planes, I even love the in-flight meals. Most of all I love to travel. However, I suspect being a flight attendant isn't all its cracked up to be. So I'm curious: can anyone tell me what its like?

Answer: Here's an article that should help answer some of your questions. Let me know if I can help more. Tim Kirkwood Author, The Flight Attendant Job Finder & Career Guide www.FlightAttendantCareerGuide.com crew4jets@aol.com Have you ever dreamed of flying to exotic places or foreign cities? Or perhaps have a desire to see more of the USA? If so, then you should consider the career as an airline flight attendant. There are over eighty scheduled, regional and charter airlines in the US and Canada, and they are in need of qualified applicants the year round. Since the tragic events of September 11, 2001 the "Major" airlines had not been hiring, and are still recalling their furloughed flight attendants. The prospects of getting hired by a Major have only started to improve. But the Majors are only 10% of the airlines operating in the US and Canada. The other 90% include the mid-size airlines, regional and commuter carriers and charter airlines. These airlines continue to need and hire flight attendants on their flights.In addition, the fastest growing sector of aviation is the corporate or executive jet Flight Attendant employment opportunities. These luxurious private and corporate aircraft cater to a high-end clientele, and require professionally trained flight attendants as well. If you think you must be a young fashion-model type to be considered for this much sought-after job, you would be mistaken. Airlines today are looking for women and men between the ages of eighteen to sixty, who have the desire to travel and work with people. This broader acceptance of applicants opens the career up to persons who had never considered themselves qualified. It also, therefore, increases the competition for potential applicants. Every airline has a different set of requirements, and some will even look for the characteristics of the region in which they fly. A high-school diploma or GED is a must, so if you're in school now, STAY IN SCHOOL. If you have quit or dropped out, it's never too late to go back and get your diploma. For all airlines, it is a requirement for employment. Additional schooling, which can improve your chances of acceptance, includes sociology, psychology, history, geography, and foreign languages. Nearly all airlines will train you as a part of the hiring process, even if you've worked for another airline, or attended one of the expensive airline "schools". I recommend you look for an inexpensive local community college or adult education course that offers class in Travel & Tourism, or an introduction to the Flight Attendant Career, such as the one offered by Cypress College (http://votech.cypresscollege.edu/~atc/). Most airlines set height requirements to correspond with the size of the aircraft they operate. Too tall, and you're bumping your head on the ceiling. Too short, and you may not be able to reach the overhead compartments. If you're between 5' and 6', you'll be within the range the airlines are looking for. Weight restrictions have come under fire lately, brought on by lawsuits against the impossibly strict standards set decades ago. The phrase you will hear now is "weight must be in proportion to height". Being in good physical condition is important, as the job can be physically demanding. Combine unusual hours, time zone changes, strange hotel rooms and the dry atmosphere of the airplane, and you have the making of physical exhaustion. Applicants are tested for drug use when hired and then randomly after that for the rest of their career. Even if you are using illegal drugs on a sporadic or "recreational" basis, you must quit now. You can also be alcohol tested throughout your career, as drinking is not permitted at anytime while on duty or in uniform. The traveling public has the general impression that flight attendants are on board the airplane simply to serve food and coffee. The Federal Aviation Administration, a government organization that oversees aviation safety, sees it completely different. Their role is to ensure that the flying public is safe when they fly, and requires flight attendants on board to provide assistance in flight, and to get the passengers out of the aircraft in an emergency. You will learn basic first-aid, CPR, fire-fighting techniques as part of your training. In fact, the majority of training you will receive will have more to do with safety, than how to pour a glass of wine. What is it then, which makes this job one of the most sought-after in America? Flexibility, variety, and travel are the top three reasons. Flexibility. Most people work all week, with perhaps one or two days off over the weekend. Most receive one to two weeks of vacation per year. As a flight attendant, you have the ability to group your flights together in a given month, and have 1-2 weeks off every month! And that is in addition to your regular vacation time. You can use this free time to utilize your travel benefits, continue your education, or run your own business. Variety. Since you are able to move your schedule around to suit your personal life, you are also able to escape the nine-to-five, Monday through Friday drudgery. And each flight is to a different city, with different crews, and different passengers. It's very hard to get bored. Travel. Most airline employees receive passes to fly on their own airline for free, or for a small fee. In addition, other airlines will offer you 50-75% discounts on their tickets. Hotels, rental cars, cruises, tour packages all have some discount schedule for airline employees also. Put it all together, and you have the flexibility to travel to a variety of places, at an extremely low cost. How could anyone not want to be an airline flight attendant? Well, to begin with, the hours can be long and irregular. The work can be tiring, the passengers demanding or even abusive. The atmosphere in the aircraft at altitude is extremely drying. Snowstorms, labor disputes, or mechanical breakdowns can disrupt schedules. Perhaps your plans to attend your friends' wedding will be spoiled by a storm that traps you in Des Moines. And there is the constant fear of a crash, although statistics say you have a better chance of being hit by lightening than experiencing a plane crash. This is more than a career choice. This is a lifestyle change to which you must give careful thought. And what do the airline recruiters look for? Once again the big word is flexibility. If you are able to be flexible in your attitude and lifestyle, and work well both alone, and with a group of people, then you have the basic building blocks to pursue your career in the skies. Spend some time in your local library, researching the airlines, or reading the books available on flight attendant careers. You can also find a wealth of information on the Internet, or World Wide Web. When you have chosen the airlines that match your career criteria, contact them by mail and request an application. Then, START PACKING!

Question: What is it really like to work as a flight attendant for a US Airline? I am considering quitting my job as a teacher to become a flight attendant. What is the life really like? The pay? What are the major avantages and pitfalls of being a flight attendant? Also, I have a small dog. What do flight attendants do with their pets while traveling? What effect does this job have on personal relationships?

Answer: Well it seems kind of scary to me to risk ur life that many times a day. Honestly i dk how much $ but it has to be more than a teacher. Try a google search and u may find the salary. As for the pet I'd imagine u would have to get a sitter.