The History of the Flight Attendant Profession

The aircraft industry is not much more than 100 years old, and the history of flight attendants started in 1912. Ellen Church was the first female flight attendant and began flying in 1930. She made an impact on flight attendant requirements that lasted until World War II. She influenced airline companies to implement a plan requiring that all flight attendants be … Read more

How to Become a Flight Attendant- Have a Sense of Humor!

Miss Julie shows you that having a sense of humor can help you learn how to become a flight attendant. If you’ve ever flown on an airplane, you have seen and heard a safety demonstration. This important ritual is performed prior to take-off on all aircrafts to familiarize passengers with safety equipment and evacuation procedures in the event of … Read more

How to Become a Flight Attendant- Know Your ABCs!

The Travel Academy’s Flight Attendant instructor Miss Lynn knows that if you want to learn how to become a flight attendant, you have to know your ABCs! Enjoy! THE ABCs OF A PROFESSIONAL FLIGHT ATTENDANT Attitude- The most important thing to possess at any job Beauty- Possessing inner beauty will allow you to shine on the outside … Read more

What to Know About Becoming a Flight Attendant

Becoming a flight attendant can be a lengthy journey. For those that love to travel and love to help others and want to work hard in different locations, this career might be suitable for you. For travel, if you want to be a flight attendant, be sure that you are ok with missing important holidays with … Read more

The Advantages of Being a Flight Attendant

Flight attendants are responsible for making sure that airline passengers have a safe and comfortable flight. They greet passengers, help them stow their luggage and serve them refreshments throughout the flight. They also must provide information to these passengers about emergency procedures should the flight have any problem. A career path as a flight attendant … Read more

It’s a Family Affair

The Travel Academy’s Flight Attendant and Cruise instructor- Peggy Hinsch- has been in the travel industry for 23 years. In that time, she has seen many things (all 50 states, 20 countries, the Eiffel Tower, Stonehenge, Tokyo, etc.) and shared many stories. But what some people don’t know is that her family is also very … Read more

What Does it Take to Become Hired as a Flight Attendant

Securing a position as a flight attendant does not require years of schooling or extensive training like other service industry jobs. Professional interpersonal skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to make decisions while keeping the safety of the passengers and crew as your number one priority is the main focus of all flight attendants. Check … Read more

How to Become a Flight Attendant- Don’t Do Drugs!

Everything you need to know about flight attendant drug testing One common question we get is "can I be a flight attendant and use recreational drugs or marijuana?" When you work in the aviation industry you’re in a safety-sensitive job - meaning that crew and passenger safety if your top priority. Showing up to work impaired ... Read more

How to Become a Flight Attendant- Know Safety

Miss Lynn shares some more tips on safety and how to become a flight attendant. Enjoy! NUMBER ONE PRIORITY: SAFETY Flight attendants are onboard an aircraft to ensure passenger safety. Both initial and annual recurrent training dedicate an enormous amount of time to safety related procedures. Many travelers are unaware of how critical the take-off … Read more

How to Become a Flight Attendant- Interview Well (Part II)

Here is the second installment of Miss Lynn’s blog about interviewing well. After reading (and following) these points, you will know even more about how to become a flight attendant. Enjoy!   BE YOURSELF: Flight attendants tend to be sensitive to the ways of others; a trait that is needed and sought after. The recruiter … Read more