Airline Flight Attendant Duties - Other Requirements

Airlines look for applicants who are fluent in English, have good communication skills, and have some previous employment experience. Foreign language skills can be a great asset, and are even required on certain international flights. Applicants also must be eligible to work in the United States if they're applying with a United States–based airline; Canadian airlines require applicants to be eligible to work in Canada.

In addition to the minimum requirements listed above, airline recruiters look for a variety of desired qualities and experience in an applicant. There appears to be a trend toward hiring more mature, well-rounded individuals. A four-year college degree is extremely helpful and may be required by some airlines in the near future.

Experience working with the public is a great asset. It shows the airline that you can deal tactfully with passengers and have good communication skills, both of which are crucial for work on board an aircraft.

A flight attendant stresses the importance of self-confidence:

• To be a flight attendant you need to be independent because there's really no supervision once you're on the aircraft. You have to be self-motivated and outgoing and friendly and patient.

By all means, stress on your application any experience in public relations. This can include previous work as a waitperson or bartender, sales clerk, telemarketer, counterperson, retail sales person, or any of a variety of similar jobs. Don't forget any volunteer work, such as working for a political campaign, school committee, church, fraternity or sorority, or community service program.

As with other entry-level airline positions, applicants should write a cover letter requesting an application from the airline. Most hiring is done at the home office of the airline. Make sure to include a stamped, self-addressed envelope with your typewritten letter describing the position you're seeking.

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To eliminate any confusion, all positions in the aviation industry are regarded as customer service oriented positions. Every second an employee spends with a customer or potential customer is critical. Most customers choose to buy, fly, or purchase based on the quality of service received. Customers may never see you, but they will remember their telephone conversation, the comfort of their flight, and the way their baggage or package arrived; safely, timely at the correct destination. They will thank you by buying, flying, and purchasing from your company over and over again.