Air hostesses should be Beautiful!!

Is it a must that an air hostess is beautiful?

Astha GILL, Subject Matter Expert (Since yr 2000)

Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder!

What is your definition of Beauty?

An air hostess definitely needs to be beautiful..very beautiful - By heart!!

Your Attitude makes you beautiful!

On an aircraft , people from all spheres of life come to work…with the same Aim-

Safety Security and Well being of their precious aircraft as well as all souls on board .

They are all same, on board , there is no discrimination- Be it Color , Caste ,Creed or Gender…

All crew members belong to one team with same work, same mission, same passion , same uniform …they all are same! …all are beautiful!

So, stop having such apprehensions…be confident about who you are…and get ready to become a part of the most beautiful team of the world- Team Cabin Crew!

All the best!

Why do most of the airlines are hiring female cabin crew only?

Why do most of the airlines are hiring female cabin crew only?

Oh Boy! It is not a child’s play to become a Crew…neither for girls nor for boys.

Yes, it is definitely a fact that females have an upper hand when it comes to shortlisting candidates for cabin crew job.

This is for the simple reason that Airlines are not gender Bias on Board!!

A crew means crew, be it a male or a female…all have to be same…behave in the same manner, have the same set of qualities and get paid same!!

To be a cabin crew you must be have commando guts , magnetic looks and heart of Mother Teresa!!

when it comes to being so compassionate, caring, pleasant, loving and extremely strong from within to switch roles when a situation demands…females generally win!!

We have all these qualities in men too, but not as common as in females!!

If you have it in you…if you are one of those special men who have that walloping personality that the airlines are looking for, go ahead…you will be recruited.

Just carry a personality that reflects the TRUE YOU in front of the recruitment Panel.

All the very best!

Can a commerce (boy) be a cabin crew after 12th pass?

Can a commerce (boy) be a cabin crew after 12th pass?

Astha Gill, Trainer, Subject Matter Expert at Aviation (2000-present)

I know some Cabin Crew who have done B tech, some are CPL holders, qualified nurses and many are graduates and post graduates from different streams.

Crew members don’t stop growing..they keep getting educated, keep upgrading their skills and knowledge.

Some join as cabin crew after graduating or post graduating too! CPL holders, who are struggling to get recruited as pilots ,also work as cabin crew..this keeps them close to the aircrafts!

The job of a cabin crew requires Skills Attitude and Knowledge (SKA)that is not technical in nature(at least not at the time of recruitment) , but The SKA that this job needs is what makes Cabin crew special!

So, irrespective of your stream, remember you will be chosen if you have it in you-The right Attitude, The skills to handle challenges , The subject knowledge and the human behavior knowledge….you will be welcomed aboard!

Remember , being on cloud 9 is special, so be that special Boy who would be picked amongst thousands of other candidates and given wings to fly!

Cabin crew girls- you can marry, have children and enjoy both -Family and work life together!

Hi !

Once upon a time…there was an airline which did not let girls- working as cabin crew, get married! It was The Maharaja!

For some obvious reasons, the airline wanted the girls to work only for a few years ……and when the girls wanted to get married, they had to resign.

With the increase in air travel this policy became a next to impossible thing to be maintained by the airlines.

Now every Airline allows the female crew to get married. The girls should not be married at the time of joining, but after they get confirmed as a crew ,after completing their training, they can get married .They can avail their entitledleave for the same.

They are also allowed to avail maternity leave…in fact, Cabin crew is not allowed to fly when they are expecting and most of the Airlines give leave till the baby turns at least 6 months old.

Some of the Airlines are considerate and allow girls to do only short flights, without night halts till the time the baby turns 1 for the simple reason that the mother has to nurse the baby during the first year of his/her birth.

Such policies make this job convenient for many girls …

When joining an airline, the girls must go through these policies so that there is no problem balancing work and family life.

Fortunately, Flying is no more a job for only unmarried girls!

A step taken for Women Empowerment !

What is the salary of a male cabin crew throughout his career?

What is the salary of a male cabin crew throughout his career?

Astha Gill

First, I would like to tell you that Many other jobs in India would not pay this kind of salary, irrespective of your technical qualifications…reason….this job is very different from other jobs…needs many other skills … handling of end number of challenges , an attitude worth appreciation and a personality that holds great amount of integrity…and involves the risk of being in sky!(Though aircraft is the safest mode of transport !!!)

There is no discrimination in the Salaries of male and Female Flight Attendants. This is one profession which has no gender discrimination once you are on board…be it any task assignment or Salary division…we all get the same!!

Throughout your career as a crew member your salary will increase on the basis of your seniority…..your allowances will increase, Basic salary will increase too….if you change your department after a few years(which you should, because you must start looking for other options in the airline like training , management, etc. if you wish to retire at 58 yrs of age).

The salary for a trainee crew starts at around 30,000/- INR pm…it starts increasing with added allowances…eventually as a senior ,you can make around 65–70000/- pm, if flying only domestic…if you fly a lot on international routes, you will easily take home a 6 figure salary.

So, all the best…wishing you a great career ahead…if you have it in you…go for it!

What should I do to get a job as cabin crew?

Astha Gill, Trainer, Subject Matter Expert at Aviation (2000-present)

Hi!

To be a Cabin crew means that you need to have certain specific traits.

There is no technical training required.

You don’t need any aviation training.

There are thousands of candidates who have wasted money on such trainings.

So, now let me talk about what you must do to get this job:

Start reading about what is this job all about. You must know what a cabin crew does …all this can be very easily done by reading blogs, posts on FB , twitter, You tube videos etc.

Now make a list of things that need to be accomplished to appear for the interview:

1. Documentation: 12 th certificate, Pan Card, Aadhaar card, Passport..keep them all ready …with of course a nice professional Resume and full length photograph in business formals.
2. Communication skills: They are going to monitor your communication skills throughout the interview….make sure you are good at it. Make sure you are practicing the answers, preparing well ….and for this YOU may take training.
3. Grooming: The right business formals, makeup, Hairstyle and conduct ,all need to be correct….Get yourself groomed from someone who is from this industry and who has the expertise and know how.
4. Body language: well, this holds a lot of weightage…..what you say is not so important , but how you say…matters a lot!
5. Don’t forget to carry the most beauuutiful smile of yours when you go for the interview. see all this is not a cake walk…and that is why everybody rushes for trainings….i advise you to get in touch with experienced people from the same field and let them help you out with this.
6. So, That’s a gist of what you need to do.

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How much rest do flight attendants get on a flight?

Astha GILL

Rest period for Flight attendants is predetermined by the aviation regulatory authorities for long and ultra long flights.

Refer to Flight time limitations of various regulatory bodies.

Their rest is based on the time duration of the flight - Some amount of rest that must be taken before the flight and some rest to be done after the flight.

Also , the rest on board is decided on the basis of the length of flight and destination..like a transatlantic flight.

Well, its about safety of hundreds of people on board, the crew must take adequate rest before the flight, on board(as per standards) and post flight too.

Some Airlines are very particular about the rest period of crew members and ensure through their own internal procedures that crew is taking the mandate rest….

The life of crew members is tough…we all know….but many do not know that their time at home is also not much at their discretion…they have to give time to their bodies to recoup after a flight and then do things of their choice…

Can you give an example of when you have overcome a difficult challenge as a cabin crew?

Astha GILL

The challenges of a crew are  much more than just a coffee brew!!

Challenges get personified when one becomes a Cabin crew!

It’s about how you take them!!

As a cabin crew you are a multi tasker….you are a complete package of all possible professions as required on board to take care of the passengers , aircraft and fellow colleagues.

As a Cabin crew it is common to come across a medical emergency, a short circuit on board, disruptive passenger on board, Turbulence…and many more…

Service challenges need more of hospitality ,empathy and courtesy…whereas safety, security and first aid challenges need knowledge of procedures , regulations ,standards and handling tactics too!

One out of many challenges that I can share is saving a man suffering from heart attack. many crew would have encountered this situation…may be multiple times…so had I ,when i was flying.,..but this one is what i recall every time when i have to think of a medical emergency on board..for a special reason…

On a flight to Mumbai one day….A passenger was found to be very uneasy while we were busy doing our services.It was difficult to figure out the cause of uneasiness, but ,thankfully my presence of mind and first aid knowledge helped me gauge the problem. Thanks to my teammates , they very supportive and did their job pretty well.

Tasks at hand in such a situation are not only analyzing what the problem is but also to immediately provide First aid, page for a doctor on board(we did not have any doctor on board that day),Inform captain and take decision to divert or continue , and most importantly reassure the family of the patient and the other passengers on board.

The flight was diverted to Ahmadabad ( being the nearest airport) and within the available time, the patient was immediately given the best care possible on board ….after landing he was admitted to the hospital …but what was most challenging in this whole episode was……reassuring his 10 year old daughter….

This passenger was travelling back to his home town - Dubai…from India ….and was with his daughter….unfortunately and shockingly he had lost his wife just a month before …

our challenge was not only his health…but also the well being of his daughter ….

Our duty as crew was technically over after he was admitted to the hospital…but if your Airline has given you the right training to develop a ‘hard core cabin crew spirit’..you will not relax until you get the news of the well being of your guest !

I got in touch with the passenger and his daughter the next day…thankfully the situation was under control.. the passenger got timely treatment..was better…and his daughter was happy and relaxed! They were very thankful to the whole team for the timely action and more for taking special care of the little girl .

One thought that I would like to share from my personal experience as a crew ………..If you want the real feel of being on cloud 9…leave an impression on the minds of people you meet on board…serve with a heart…love your job…and trust me…you will be loved back with many more pounds of love!

What salary are domestic air flight hosts paid in India?

Astha GILL, Trainer, Manager , Inspector -Aviation Industry  (2000-present)

The salary varies for every airline. It starts from 20,000/- INR and can go up to 70–80 thousand , depending on the number of hours you fly, your seniority in the airline and bonus on sales ,if applicable. Cabin crew has many different types of allowances which add on to their salary and become additional perks like night halt allowance, flight overtime, short crew allowance etc.

What additional facilities do an air hostess gets other than her salary?

Astha GILL, Subject Matter Expert (2000-present)

The job of an Air hostess /Cabin crew/Flight Attendant is extremely challenging and dynamic . It is a high profile job that demands Time attention , high energy levels, enthusiasm, maturity, Charm, Zeal, positive attitude….and many many more traits …the list is pretty long…no wonder it is every one’s desire, but achieved by those few who have the zeal to perform .

With this kind of effort going in to become a crew, the crew deserves much more than just Salary!

So to do, what best an Airline can do for them, they get airline tickets for family and friends, Transport facility for their flight duties, medical benefits, night halt allowances and additional flight allowances. The perks are mouth watering and in fact ,it is the perks that make the job more lucrative than the basic salary.

The crew gets the exposure to see the world, be in the best of hotels and develop themselves stronger and smarter each day.

well, they deserve each bit of it because what they do to build the image of an airline, no marketing team can do!

Why should I be well-groomed as a flight steward?

Astha GILL, Trainer, Manager , Inspector - Aviation industry (2000-present)

as a brand ambassador , you are marketing the image of the Airline…you have to display professionalism, discipline and a good code of conduct. for all this your apperance matters a lot.

You must be well groomed from the day you appear for the interview!

It includes a long list of things that you must pay attention to:

1. Formal Attire that is Clean, tidy and well ironed…also nicely worn and well fitted!!!
2. Nails trimmed
3. Skin unblemished, clean , well maintained , well moisturized too!
4. Dress for success…this statement to be kept in mind at all times…your personal image is reflected in the way you dress up and carry yourself.
5. wear a good perfume at all times and keep yourself fresh at all times.
6. Personal hygiene must not be compromised , after all you are dealing with hundreds of people at one time!

Most important…don’t forget to wear your million dollar smile…because that is the most important part of your grooming…

Becoming a Flight steward/stewardess is easier said than done. It is a job meant for Zealous , Vibrant and passionate people…it can be managed by only who have a die heart desire to do it!!! So, if you have it in you, no one can stop you from reaching cloud 9!!

What can a flight attendant do if a passenger refuses to sit down during landing or take off?

Astha GILL, Trainer, Manager , Inspector - Aviation veteran

Cabin crew are well trained to be polite , yet firm when required. they play dual personality roles on board. They are loving and caring as family members at all times, but when a situation demands, they take up the role of a Commando and do their job with a lot of responsibility and discipline.

This is a common behavior of every level headed matured cabin crew.

A situation where a passenger refuses to sit is no big deal for the crew to manage.

They are well aware of how he/she needs to be tackled.

They would start with a Polite approach , get firm if he/she is not abiding by the rules, give him written orders from the captain..and if all this is not bringing him to discipline, he /she would be offloaded.

Passengers are given enough opportunities to abide by the flight discipline policies and decorum , but if they don’t… they are shown the door !

after all…the Cabin crew has a major role to play in the safety , security and well being of all passengers.

How can I get selected as an air hostess though I have some flat moles or black spots on my face?

Astha GILL, Subject Matter Expert (2000-present)

One of the prerequisites of the Cabin crew job is:

Spotless skin . Colour does not matter but the health of the skin does matter!

Even if you don’t want to be a crew, you must get your skin treated , for the simple reason ..that you are beautiful !….. Moles and black spots should not spoil your beauty and should not become a reason to make you lose confidence.

In our youth , we must make every effort to ensure we can carry ourselves with grace…and this grace and confidence comes when we know we are beautiful- BOTH from inside and in Physical appearance.

Remember, this investment is also important and it is absolutely okay to get it done from a specialist .

when preparing for the interview, make sure all these aspects are taken into consideration.

Before you start the treatment , get every thing clarified because moles and dark spots should be treatable…only when you are given an assurance, invest in the treatment.

What should I do to get a job as cabin crew?

Astha GILL, Trainer, Manager , Inspector at Aviation (2000-present)

Congratulations! having a question like this in mind means you have already started preparing to enter the Aviation industry.

Go step by step.

Read about the interview requirements, follow blogs, posts etc.attend workshops, seminars, career guidance session etc.

No formal aviation training is required. Aviation training is imparted when you become a part of an airline, so just make sure the following requirements are met…and that’s it!

1. Physical attributes- weight height criteria. Spotless skin. personal hygiene , neat nails, clean hair, unblemished skin.
2. Communication skills- Prepare and practice- you must be able to answer every question with confidence. Use of correct language is a must.
3. Body language- Positive body language …how you conduct yourself, facial expressions…..all make a difference.
4. Grooming- well groomed personality- neat hair do, formal attire, shining shoes…remember !you have to dress up for an interview…not a wedding!
5. Make up- Girls must focus on nice decent make up , don’t over do! It should make you look better …keep this in mind!
6. Answers- as mentioned above, preparation is a must, if you have a language issue, take classes to improvise, otherwise practice as many question answers as you can . Remember- How you speak and what you speak - both matter a lot.

You are appearing for a high profile, challenging job that demands a lot of hard work, dedication, versatility, zeal , passion and love for the job. If you are ready to accept an ever changing environment …go for it!

The job of a cabin crew involves a lot of Multi tasking… ask yourself -

AM I READY FOR IT?

and if you are…the whole aviation industry will say….Welcome aboard!

Can I do male cabin crew job and graduation simultaneously? Can I manage both things together? Do airline give leave for exams? How many days?

Astha GILL, Trainer, Manager , Inspector at Aviation (2000-present)

Most of us from the aviation industry who joined at an age as early as 18 had no choice but to pursue our studies through correspondence. Well, it is not a bad choice at all.

You can do your Masters too after completing graduation..while you are flying!

Cabin crew manage to get enough time for their studies, though patterns are tough and abrupt but you dont take any work home ,like many other jobs.

You get enough time, even on night halts ,to study and prepare for exams..you just need to prioritize, you can STUDY and REST instead of SHOPPING!

You can avail your earned leave for your exams! many of us have managed it this way.

The airlines encourage further studies and enhancement of crew members, you might be lucky to take LWP if it is a specialized course , you must know how to convince them to get that leave!

In fact you MUST complete your graduation and go ahead for post graduation too, it will help you take up better opportunities in the airline if you are qualified.

You can look up for a switch in department after a few years of flying …it could be any, depending on the requirement and qualification- Finance, HR, Management (with different profiles) , training , Marketing and many more…

All the best for a great future and never leave learning !Keep enhancing your skills and knowledge ,be it any field that you are placed