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In-Flight Crew Member, Inflight Services Flight Attendant, International Flight Attendant, Purser, Flight Stewardess, Cabin Crew Member
Job Description
A flight attendant, also known as a cabin crew member or air hostess/steward, is responsible for ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of passengers during flights. They conduct safety demonstrations, assist passengers with special needs, provide in-flight service, and handle emergency situations. Below are some similar job titles and roles related to flight attendants:
Job Responsibilities
- Verify that first aid kits and other emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers and oxygen bottles, are in working order.
- Announce and demonstrate safety and emergency procedures, such as the use of oxygen masks, seat belts, and life jackets.
- Monitor passenger behavior to identify threats to the safety of the crew and other passengers.
- Walk aisles of planes to verify that passengers have complied with federal regulations prior to takeoffs and landings.
- Direct and assist passengers in emergency procedures, such as evacuating a plane following an emergency landing.
Skills Needed on the Job
- Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
- Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
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