I am looking for a career and i would like to be a flight steward with a good airline. I want to hear what do you all think about this job?
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Well I am a long haul flight attendant for a major airline - and I absolutley love it! Different airlines have different standards when it comes to hiring crew. Some airlines are more unfair than others however a good airline will hire someone based on merits rather than looks and age. I was 20 when recruited. In my intake I had people of all shapes, sizes, ages, sexuality, religion, backgrounds - the list goes on.\n\nAlthough not required to do any of the following they may be of an advantage - you may want to look at taking a short course in cabin crew (to show your interested and serious), working in the food and beverage industry (which is one of your primary functions onboard after safety), or study a 2nd language (I speak Japanese and get about an extra $500 of year because of this)\n\nIt's definately are very prestigous job and when walking through the terminal everyone just looks at you - it's an amazing feeling. Most people that travel know that becoming a flight attendant is not easy. more than 500 people applied and only 30 were selected at my intake.\nNot only are we waiters and cleaners, but nannys, policemen, firefighters, good listeners, entertainers, mechanics, plumbers, medics and most importantly are able to help evacuate a plane in an emgergency, which is the part of the training which takes the most. There is an 80% pass mark for tests and practicals when it comes to emergency procceduers and we are tested every 6 months.\n\nCareer wise there is plently of career progress. You start of as an economy attendant - but don't think business class is out of reach, I was also trained in business. From there you can become a dedicated Business Class and first class attendant which means you will 99% of the time work in these cabins unless called out of catergory. From there you can become a second senior, then a supervisor, then a manager. you could also become a trainer. You may decide to be invloved with many of the companies programs to develop better techniques on board.\n\nI learn dozens of new things everytime I fly. From other crew and the passengers. I might learn about a different city or why a governmentt has introduced a new policy. you'll also encounter many situations on board - some make you laugh and some will be a test of character. My favorite though is dealing with passengers that don't speak english. It's great fun trying to get the message to them such as what do you want to drink or sorry we've run out.\n\nIn regards to perks every airline has different perks. Although my airline doesn't give free tickets (and can't imagaine many that do) We get unlimited travel at nearly 95% off the price - Not bad. As a flight attendant your travelling to different places and getting to stay there in 5 star hotel\n\nThis is airline specific but I work on averaged over a 2 month period the equivlent of less than 4 hours a day. And I get plently of days off not only home but of course overseas.\n\nOf course there are a few downsides. You will miss birthdays etc. but that just means you have to celebrate when you get back - And you'll probably give better presents too that you've sourced from you adventures abroad. \n\nSo in conclusion - I love my job and if you have the opportunity to apply for an airline - Just try - you never know your luck and hope you get to be part of a very exiciting industry!!
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We ran into a similiar situation with our son. He almost didn't come home because of it. I got on the phone and started calling each airline and asking for "military fares." I think I called at least a dozen of them. It was amazing that there were literally THOUSANDS of dollars between the quotes. American Airlines did the best for us. She even took the time to check the schedule to see that if he waited one more day to come home, it would save another couple hundred dollars. \n\nGet creative. You don't say where in Egypt or Texas, but would it be worth it to have him fly into Dallas vs. Houston or whatever? Make sense? When you talk to the airline reps, ask them for advice. Some will just be rude, others will do their best to help.\n\nTake care and good luck!\n\nTell your husband -- Thanks for serving!
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Any recruiter is going to want you, it makes them meet their quota. No recruiter is going to refer you to another service, NEVER. Do what your heart tells you, but you have to get an education!! Marine Aviation was good to me.GOOD LUCK in what ever service you choose.
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Here in the US, we use the term flight attendants, and it is considered honorable work.  It would not even occur to Americans to "talk rubbish" about a young lady or her family because she worked as a flight attendant.  They are very important to flight safety!
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Hi I was a resident of Seattle for 30+ years and received my commercial pilots license and flight instructors rating while there.  There are numerous flight schools in and around the Seattle area.  In the greater Seattle area the only schools are at Boeing field.  Renton, just a couple miles SE of Seattle has a couple at Renton field.  There are too many to list but I received most of my instruction at Renton and got my float rating at lake union in the heart of Seattle.  Good luck and when you get your first flight you will be hooked for life.  Flying your own plane or just flying for the sheer pleasure is the ultimate reward for the effort.
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If you like the open road, then being a long distance truck driver is the way to go. If you like to fly, then be a pilot or flight attendant.
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i used to work for airtran, but it was a while back....it's probably the system they used to book flights and such
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I think it is always a good idea to work with someone in the field before jumping in to anything.  So experience, creative flair, and a love for what you are doing along with genuine care for others is the receipe for sucess.
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Is it that you didn't like taking care of people or you didn't like who you worked with or for? I am in Human Services and work collaboratively with a lot of nurses who have frequently changed jobs over the years, but have found a niche that they particularly like better than others. Some like the emergency/ hospital type thing, some the mental health/hospital thing, others like in home nursing, some like elder care/ nursing homes, and others like to work with children in homes or in a school, ect. Nursing is such a diverse field I'd think you could find something to do with your knowledge/education that you would enjoy. I too am 31 and have felt this same way in the past. I now have a job doing the same thing I was doing before, but for a new company and it has made all the difference. I realized I did like what I was doing for a living but I didn't like it at 3 agencies before I came to this one. And well, maybe it is time to move on to some thing new. I can't really answer this for you, but if you were a good nurse (which I'm sure you were), I'd hope you'd stick with it because there aren't enough good ones out there.
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That was good.....will have to keep this in mind the next time I fly!!!!  LMAO!!
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I think it is a very interesting and admirable job, but it is a lot of hard physical work.  Other than that, it would be on my list of careers, if I were to make a list of careers that I would want to do.\n\nI am not an EMT, but I work with a lot of them.\n     Pros :  Each day is different, and many times can be very exciting.\n             As first responder, you will have to rely on your skills and knowledge in many crisis situations.\n             \n     Cons:  People will use you as a Taxi to the hospital.\n            The EMTs I work with are on 24 hour shifts, so some days they can be working the full 24 hours.
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I am also fifteen and I am going to pursue a career as a pilot.  What you should do first, is go to your local airport, and go on introductory flight.  It alows you to fly the plane, and get a feel for it to see if you like it.  If you do, you should get your private pilot licence, and then get the rest of your licences and ratings if this is something that you really want to pursue.  It is $10,000 Canadian to get your private, and if you want to get all you ratings and licences, its about $50,000.  But if you really love flying, you should do it.  Sure it takes a lot of work and time (5-10) years to get to an airline, but once your flying a big heavy, it will all have been worth it.
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How did you know I wanted Hugh Hefner's job? lol\n\nI am pretty happy with my career choices. It is important for me to have a career that makes a positive impact on society. I want a job that is fulfilling beyond monetary gain.\n\nBut if you're wanting me to "dream big" here...then I will say I would like to be president OR take Oprah's job when she retires.
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I interviewed last year with an airline.  It took about 3 hours and was a group thing. They did serve sandwiches & refreshments, but don't go in there starving bc it does take a while.\n\nObviously, you need to wear a professional outfit, paying attention to each detail - pressed clothing, shiny shoes, etc. Make sure your hair, makeup and nails are very perfect and tasteful. Wear hosiery if you are doing a skirt outfit. (no bare legs).\n\nAll of us did a group project (poster) and then got up in little groups to talk about what we did and then to introduce ourselves and say something unique about ourselves.  They are watching how you interact with others and if you are poised. They want to see you very energetic and smiling.  They want to make sure you are capable of handling stress and emergencies. You must exude self-confidence without showing any arrogance. \n\nWe also wrote a one page essay of why we were applying to work for that airlines. We then presented that to the group at the podium. :) They want to make sure you can communicate appropriately. Everyone will be watching you and listening. \n\nThey favor people with a background in sales or customer service. \n\nYou will have to live within so many minutes of the airport. Usually about 60 to 90 minutes. You will have weird and on-call (reserve) hours for a few years until you work your way up the ranks.  The pay is very low, I figured it was about $8.50 an hour to start. You will not get the shifts you want.  \n\nYou will have to have extensive training.\n\nI guess it's an OK job for someone without any other responsibilities.  As for me, I am in school studying for something that pays a lot more money and where I don't have to worry about lay-offs. I think the flight attendants are very underpaid for what they all put up with. \n\nThey didn't weigh us there at that time.
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You definitely need to get more information.  You say that you'll finish the degree in 2 years.  Will this be an associate's or bachelor's degree?  (The airlines are preferring the bachelor's.)  You say that you'll finish with a Commercial certificate; how many hours will you have at that point?  If you have minimum hours, just about the only available job will be as a flight instructor.  Generally, you can't make enough as an instructor to live on.  How far have you gone with aviation already?  Do you know you'll like it?  Do you know you'll qualify medically?  You wouldn't want to make big changes only to find out you also didn't like the new situation, or that you couldn't follow through.\n\nYour question makes sense, but the details definitely reveal that you shouldn't make the decision without getting more information first.\n\nYou might also consider other possibilities such as keeping the house and taking an equity loan, or taking out edcational loans once you're in school.\n\nBest of luck.
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I have never been on a plane, funny thing is my sister is a flight attendant and flys every day of her life. I am deathly afraid of heights and dont ever want to be on a plane, but since I am going to Chicago soon, want to adopt a baby from Japan and Want to go to Hawaii for my honeymoon I guess I will be getting on one before too long.
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for a single guy like me it looks very fun.  But I already have a great job, otherwise I would try it.  On the water, dangerous, good money, stories, what more could a guy want?