Challenge Accepted: Flight Attendant Academy Experience

🌪️Flight attendants are trained as first responders and are responsible for passenger safety in emergency situations.

🔥Flight attendants receive training on handling in-flight fires and using fire extinguishers and protective breathing equipment.

💼The role of flight attendants goes beyond serving food and drinks, as they often handle medical emergencies and provide customer service.

🌊Flight attendants are trained in water ditching procedures and must know how to operate life vests and safety equipment.

😷Flight attendants are prepared to handle situations such as decompression, where oxygen masks must be used to prevent hypoxia.

What are some of the skills flight attendants need?

—Flight attendants need excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to remain calm during emergencies.

How long does flight attendant training typically last?

—Flight attendant training programs can vary in length, but they usually last between 4 to 8 weeks.

Do flight attendants receive ongoing training?

—Yes, flight attendants are required to participate in recurrent training to maintain their skills and stay updated on safety procedures.

Is being a flight attendant a glamorous job?

—While being a flight attendant can have its exciting moments, it also requires hard work, long hours, and dealing with various challenges.

What are the main responsibilities of a flight attendant?

—Flight attendants are responsible for passenger safety, comfort, and providing excellent customer service. They handle safety procedures, serve food and drinks, and respond to passenger needs.

00:00Michelle attends Flight Attendant Academy to experience cabin crew training.

01:00Flight attendants are trained as first responders and are responsible for passenger safety in emergencies.

02:50They receive training on handling in-flight fires and using fire extinguishers and protective breathing equipment.

05:30Flight attendants handle various responsibilities, including medical emergencies and customer service.

09:00They are trained in water ditching procedures and must know how to operate life vests and safety equipment.

12:30Flight attendants are prepared for decompression situations where oxygen masks must be used.

14:00Flight attendant training requires excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm in emergencies.

14:50Training programs usually last between 4 to 8 weeks, and flight attendants receive recurrent training.