Flight Attendant Information

How Do you Become a Flight Attendant?

I am interested in becoming a flight attendant, does anyone know that the requirements are, I am 22 and guy so I don't know if that's important, but do i need to take a class? have some sort of degree or anything.

Public Comments

1. You apply for the position. Just like any other job.
2. I'm not a flight attendant but the career did interest me at one time. That is, until I actually had to take a 14 hour flight to Spain! On about.com they state the following: Educational Requirements for Flight Attendants: While a high school diploma is the minimum requirement for those who want to work as flight attendants, many employers prefer to hire job candidates who have a college degree. Candidates who have taken flight attendant training courses have the best chance of getting hired. In addition to previous training, all newly hired flight attendants receive three to eight weeks of formal training from their employers. Other Requirements for Flight Attendants: Those who want to work as flight attendants must be at least 18 to 21 years old. Airlines prefer to hire flight attendants who have experience working with the public. Work with an international airline requires that one can speak a foreign language. There are also height requirements as flight attendants must be able to reach overhead bins. Vision must be correctable to 20/30 or better. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires that airlines do a thorough background check of all new hires. I would recommend that you contact your airline of choice and request to speak with an HR hiring manager to discuss their requirements.
3. Here are some of Canada's airline requirements for the position: 18 years old + Speaks French and English or one or the other, plus another language preferably (for Canada) Speaks English plus a minimum of another language (for International) Medically fit No criminal records High School Education or equivalent Height and weight in proportion Experience with the public Special skills of empathy/ patience for the special passengers such as elderly clientele, family, handicapped persons etc.