Flight attendant, Kaitaurima rererangi
Also known as
- Cabin crew member, air steward, air stewardess, air host, air hostess, airline steward
Flight attendants provide services to passengers so they are safe and comfortable on flights. They may explain safety procedures, serve food and respond to emergency incidents.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$25 to $36
Most common
$46
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Flight attendants
- usually work shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
- usually work in airports and on aircraft and travel nationally and internationally
- may work in cramped or hazardous conditions
- may do emotionally demanding work
- need to be responsible, safety conscious and work well under pressure
Tasks
- look after passengers during flights
- greet passengers as they board
- check passengers are seated safely
- help passengers store cabin luggage
- demonstrate aircraft emergency plans and safety features
- prepare and check cabin, catering and drinks
- serve and clear away food and drinks
- check emergency and safety equipment before flights
- practise first aid
- help passengers during emergencies
Enterprising
Social
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need to train on the job to become a flight attendant.
You need
- to complete a training course
- to have at least 18 months' experience in a customer-facing role
- to pass ability tests
- to pass a security check
- to pass a medical assessment
- to be able to swim 50 metres in under 2 minutes and tread water for 1 minute
You may need
- to be over 18 years old
- to have a valid passport
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but NCEA Level 2 may be useful.
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