What is included in flight attendant training?

What is included in flight attendant training? Trainees learn emergency procedures such as evacuating aircraft, operating emergency equipment, and administering first aid. They also receive specific instruction on flight regulations, company operations, and job duties. Toward the end of the training, students go on practice flights.

Are flight attendant tests multiple choice?

If you're a beginner, start by studying. The Hours and Minutes Study Guide is your best source for preparing for our Hours and Minutes test, in which we outline two strategies for calculating time. Then tackle the tests. There are five 20-questions multiple choice tests.

Do flight attendants pay for their uniforms?

They usually must pay for their uniforms. However, airlines usually pay for uniform replacement. They also may provide a small allowance to cover cleaning costs. Airlines usually provide money for meals when work prevents attendants from returning home.

What is the dress code for flight attendant training?

Most likely it will be “business casual” except for days in the cabin trainers when it will be casual. It's important to note that airlines do not allow open-toed shoes under any circumstances while training. So, no flip-flops, or sandals while in training. Of course, on your own time, you may wear what you want.

How long does flight attendant training take?

Airlines provide a three- to six-week training program for their flight attendants. You will typically attend training for eight hours a day throughout the duration of the program. This training prepares you to use airport codes, make PA announcements, perform routine job duties and handle in-flight emergencies.

Which airline is the hardest to become a flight attendant?

For aspiring flight attendants, Delta Air Lines, ranked by its employees as one of the best places to work, is also one of the most difficult places to get a job. It's harder to get invited to Delta flight attendant training than it is to get into Harvard University.

What disqualifies you from being a flight attendant?

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What do flight attendants do after landing?

Upon landing, flight attendants must remain stationed at exits and monitor the airplane and cabin as passengers disembark the plane.

Do flight attendants get hired easily?

Can you be a shy flight attendant?

Being an introverted flight attendant is possible as long as you're ready to talk to people whether you feel like it or not, and if you're willing to work for hours while enduring the sudden crave for a quiet alone time. Don't get us wrong though, we're not telling you to transform yourself into a complete extrovert.

Do flight attendants ever go home?

It would depend on the airline. I was operating out of the city I live in so if I wasn't flying, I was home. The routes I operated were not turnarounds, so I get layovers every trip. I bid medium hours (roughly 80hrs a month) and was home around 2 weeks per month.

Do flight attendants sleep in the same room?

Well, they sleep in special sleeping compartments on their aircraft. These are typically located behind the cockpit. They usually have small beds with seat belts. These compartments are accessed through a hidden stairway or ladder.

What is a typical flight attendant schedule?

They can expect to spend 65-90 hours in the air, and an additional 50 hours preparing the airplane, processing passengers during boarding and performing post-flight procedures. Typically, flight attendants work 12-14 days and log 65-85 flight hours each month, not including overtime.

Do flight attendants get paid during training?

Q: Will I be paid during training? A: No. However, within five working days after your Flight Attendant graduation, you will receive $1,200 Initial Training Pay minus applicable taxes and benefit deductions. During training, you will also receive a $425 meal stipend in the form of a pre-paid Visa card.

What are the odds of getting hired as a flight attendant?

Prior to Covid-19, it is estimated that there were 1,500,000 flight attendant applications for only a few thousand positions. The odds of getting hired was less than 1%.

Do you get days off during flight attendant training?

Training days are very long (up to 12 hours), so don't expect to have much free time during training. Although you will have days off, you will probably want to use that time to study. Some airlines pay their trainees, but this is uncommon. It is safer to expect to receive no income during training.

Who pays for flight attendant training?

The majority of airlines cover the cost of flight attendant training. However, some airlines may require applicants to pay for their own training and reimburse the cost after successful completion.