Today is my 5 year work anniversary! It feels like I just started flying yesterday but it has been a 5 year journey. I have learned some new lessons along the way and realized some things will never change. Something new I've learned is that it's not so bad dating someone in the aviation industry. … Continue reading 5 Years And Counting…
The gate house is place where you wait to board your flight. If you plan your trip smartly you should have some time hanging out in the gate area. Here are somethings you should keep in mind up until that time you board your flight. Wait until your zone is called - If you are … Continue reading Gate House Etiquette
Have you ever thought about becoming a flight attendant? I wrote an article about 5 things you may not know. Here are 5 more you may not know about being a flight attendant. Looking put-together is part of the job description - Every airline has its own list of uniform compliant standards that are really … Continue reading 5 More Things You May Not Know About Being A Flight Attendant
Have you ever thought about becoming a flight attendant? Here are 10 things you may not know about being a flight attendant. They only get paid from when the door closes to when the door opens - Flight attendants only get paid for their "flight time" which means when they are on the plane and … Continue reading 5 Things You May Not Know About Being A Flight Attendant
Everyone thinks being a flight attendant is a glamorous life full of travel and adventure but there’s a darker side that a lot of people are unaware of. A dark side that has driven too many fellow flight attendants to earn their permanent wings. Mental health is a big issue facing our society today. Every … Continue reading The Darker Side of the Fly Life
Traveling can be stressful at times. Here are 8 tips to help you and your fellow travelers be a little more comfortable during your flight: Feet! - Don't put your feet on the bulk head, arm rest, tray table, etc. Pretty much don't put your feet anywhere but on the floor where they should be. … Continue reading Airplane Etiquette
When I became a flight attendant I was told by multiple people, "Do NOT date a pilot!" So I told myself I would never date a pilot. There is a stereotype about pilots being unfaithful, non-committal, and promiscuous. Like any stereotype there is some truth to it and some pilots will fit into that description. … Continue reading Love In Aviation
There are many ways you can piss off your flight crew. Here are the top 3 to piss this flight attendant off: Poke them - Does anyone actually like being poked? Your flight is not a petting zoo so please keep your hands yo yourself. Using your words is more efficient in communicating with your … Continue reading 3 Easiest Ways To Piss Off Your Flight Attendant
Dating a flight attendant is a privilege because as the saying goes... Marry Me, Fly For Free (well, practically free). Dating an airline angel comes with it's ups and downs so it's good to be a little prepared. Here are a few things you should know if you decide take your love life to a … Continue reading 7 Things To Know Before Dating A Flight Attendant
I love my job (most days) but there are five things I wish I knew before becoming a flight attendant. Knowing these things would have made the transition into this life style so much easier. How mentally and emotionally taxing this job is - It’s frighteningly scary how easy it is to let this job … Continue reading 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Flight Attendant
The Jetset Princess 