Behind the Scenes - How Emirates Train Their New Cabin Crew?

I visited the Emirates Aviation Training College in Dubai where Emirates train their cabin crew. The new Emirates cabin crew (ab initio) went through an intensive 8 weeks of training and exams to be qualified to fly.
I was given a behind-the-scenes tour of Emirates new cabin crew training including safety and emergency procedure (SEP) such as sliding, aircraft ditching, smoke and fire in the cabin. Then I observed First Aid Training (GMT) including CPR and newborn baby delivery. After that, I visited the image and uniform to see how the new flight attendants get groomed to Emirates standard. Last, I went inside the mock-up aircraft trainer to observe the new cabin crew service delivery.
Emirates Aviation Training College is the world's largest Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 training facility- including flight simulators, pool for ditching exercises, emergency slides and real firefighting simulators. Mock cabin interiors, specialised training rooms and virtual, game-based training scenarios complete the immersive and realistic training environment.
On average, 120 new cabin crew graduate from the Emirates Aviation Training College each week.

[@user-ou1uf1mc7w]

They are not just serving food and beverage to passengers, they are saving people's lives. Much respect and love.

[@Nelmsy33]

how?

[@RandomTFLupdates-PEPS_FOR_LIFE]

They are so good

[@miaipad8989]

When a plane crashes everyone dies so shut up. These are just for show

[@ronnie2820]

@@miaipad8989 Not in every case. These safety measures aren’t only taken when the plane crashes 🗿 What if a pregnant woman went into labour? And the flight attendants are helping her? Is that also for “show”?

[@ryanair823]

@@miaipad8989 dumbest person in the world:

[@midou528]

As a Cabin Crew at Emirates and I can confirm, the training is very intensive and stressful, however I’ve made amazing memories from this college, from the very professional and thorough trainers to how the company treated us as employees. I always felt like it wasn’t just a company, more like a community. Amazing experience and I would do anything to experience it again.

[@michaela7100]

Blah blah blah

[@midou528]

@Glurp puffloid What a lovely comment! Thank you for that, and yes, Emirates is the best when it comes to Safety and Emergency Proceedures.

[@alejandrogonzalezinarritu9142]

@@midou528 how much did it cost to complete your training

[@midou528]

@@alejandrogonzalezinarritu9142 The training is provided free of charge once you get hired to the company

[@alejandrogonzalezinarritu9142]

@@midou528 thank you for the information

[@alfiyasakharkar9058]

I always respected cabin crew because I have seen passengers treating them rudely. After seeing this my respect got deeper for them. They put so much efforts and patience for their training and during their job. It’s not all about glamour the world see, these people risks their lives to save passengers. They deserve much more appreciation and recognition from world.

[@a8495turtle]

It’s so disgusting seeing people being rude to these incredible people.

[@LINJ638]

@@a8495turtle Disgusting.

[@a8495turtle]

@@LINJ638 better word thanks

[@andreareyes5336]

@@LINJ638 1.}

[@peihuasu6526]

@@a8495turtle it is disgusting to see people being rude to anyone who serves them

[@handyhandyman]

People will see this as a “fun” way of training but boy let me tell you how stressful those training period are especially for the Initial Crew (those who have no prior experience as cabin crew) 😭 Easily the hardest 3 months of my life, even harder than my under grades lmao. I still can’t believe I’m able to crammed 1400 pages worth of knowledges (in english, not my tongue mind you!) in those times and managed to succeed lol Good luck for anyone who wants to be a cabin crew! See you on board someday soon!

[@gianlyx]

I can definitely relate to this :) I was a cabin crew for 1 year and the training course was the hardest part of the journey. The amount of studying can be overwhelming and the time at your disposal is very limited!

[@bismarkworld104]

How i wish i can join the crew I've been applying for a very long time but to no avail

[@handyhandyman]

@@bismarkworld104 don’t give up! I know people who finally getting in after 7 tries 😭

[@donumar9877]

My dream job am afraid of being black mostly i see light skins

[@nazareth9485]

@@donumar9877, what has skin colour got to do with anything?

[@MrGorebusa]

I traveled from Dubai to New York last March 6th on the A380. One passenger got sick and needed medical assistance. The flight attendants were quick and efficient they did a CPR and then I heard they made the call for a doctor exactly how this video shows. The training pays off well. Good job Emirates my favorite airline.

[@bvc1922]

Exactly my point, they have to be prepared for everything.

[@riabright2815]

They are going to be doing a LOT more of that now we have millions dying of heart attacks & strokes due to that shit people put in their arms

[@somalijecel18]

​@@riabright2815yup 💯

[@abdu114h.h-ol4hp]

Same I love Emirates as well

[@tomhaywood8619]

This brings back memories. I was a flight attendant for Pan Am from 1977-1991 when they closed. I went to Northwest which became Delta 1991-2006 . When I started the world was different, security wasn't as strict, people still dressed appropriately. Emirates and other international carriers still have what I would remember to be old fashioned ways and that is a great way to be! That's one big reason you rarely hear of an international carrier going out of business. What a beautiful college, Emirates!

[@anesmehi2351]

It is nice from you. I can not suppose what kind of ekxperience you have? Where from you?

[@mahnoorilyas195]

21:53 She said "Ma'sha Allah" I'm feeling so proud ❤️

[@ghalaykhail3919]

Please don’t ever disrespect flight attendants, they are doing really hard job. I feel for them..

[@Kaviationfilms]

It’s interesting to see behind the scenes of this facility, as I’ve drove past the facility in Dubai. In my opinion, flight attendants are underrated and training is rigorous.

[@rudi_ghuliani]

A good friend of mine flies for JetBlue. What Emirates is doing is SOP but very well done. Cabin crew are indeed very underrated.

[@cheesepizza6970]

Emirates airbus is my fav

[@satanramirezramos8367]

thisis so fun

[@sirajvillagefood945]

If you promote my channel then my life can be changed. May Allah give good health to your family ... please 🙏

[@umaima.fayoon]

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[@nostalgio697]

18:30, just imagine that: all the way from central asian countries (Uzbekistan, Kyrgizstan) to north and south america (Mexico, Brasil) in the middle east (and that's aside from many other nationalities that work in Emirate). different cultures, backgrounds and languages melted in the aviation industry pot.. by the way when Sam asks about their countries of origin that shows respect and interest. people love it actually. Thank you Sam.

[@alexzhu8858]

that's so true!

[@sirajvillagefood945]

If you promote my channel then my life can be changed please may Allah give health to your family ... 🙏 please 🙏

[@begimaitemiralieva8597]

hey, not trying to be rude, just wanted to let you know that is is Kyrgyzstan :) I am from there, it is a very small country and not everyone knows how to spell or pronounce the name of my home country, and it is totally okay!

[@MK-nm9wp]

This is my second time flying with Emirates. World class service everytime✨️

[@Theresghostseverywhere]

As someone who wants to be a flight attendant and whose final goal is working in emirates, seeing 2 flight attendants from Brazil just made it so much more personal. Great video, thank you.

[@aqifaimanazlan6199]

Go for it, I would love to try for their interview here in Malaysia this month hopefully. Wish me luck 😥🥲❤️🙏🏽

[@AudieHolland]

Impressive! When I did CPR training a few years ago, the instructor told me that the heart massage part is more important than breathing in because the victim still has oxygen inside their blood. But without heart massage, the oxygen will not be transported throughout the body.

[@anns666]

i love how all these nationalities work together

[@TOYZZLOVERSCHANNEL2020]

The aviation industry has been recovered from the pandemic, now the Emirates have the busy traffic in the entire network, all flight quitely fully booked, Long live Emirates 🔥

[@congoboy9626]

That's wonderful news. Thanks for making my day

[@sherryrodrigo5457]

Brings back a lot of amazing memories. I was blessed to be a part of Emirates at its early days. Thank you Emirates💗

[@akafuntoosh7761]

This shows how Emirates Airlines invest on Passengers safety. Really appreciable 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@salmana.1253]

Just flew back last week from Dubai to Toronto via Emirates. Crew was amazing, service delivery was excellent. Glad to watch how hard they put their efforts to train themselves and how much emirates is focused on customer centric services.

[@railfancrew5953]

So interesting how they do their training! Even though air travel is super safe I love to see that airlines take the time and courage to train the crew just in case.

[@sofienhammi3031]

One of the best crew training in the world especially when it comes to safety and security..Thanks you so much SAM for sharing with us this good experience you had

[@keithhardy8513]

Very interesting insight into the extensive training that Emirates cabin crew need to undertake. Incredible how many skillsets the cabin crew need to master. Most passengers take all this for granted when travelling on Emirates. Although considered by many to be glamorous it is actually a very tough job. All credit to the Emirates cabin crew and to Sam Chui for making this great VDO. 👍👍✈🛩

[@Roy_sinibulan]

Keith hardy for me iphone 12 pro max sir

[@sirajvillagefood945]

Join me please 🙏

[@OTRTrader]

It's one of my ultimate dreams to fly on an A380 and meet as many Emirates Crews as possible. I have so much respect and love for crews.

[@elisabreaban652]

I'm currently going through this training with Emirates!! Really awesome :) first operational flight at the end of April to Cape Town ^^

[@prasadchelluboina1458]

Hello Am luking for an opportunity as a cabin crew ,, if u can help me ?? Thanks in advance

[@jackson-my7rd]

Hi

[@emmanuelekene9425]

Congratulations. I applied and hoping to be called for assessment day. I wonder if they take Africans?

[@user-wg6rl9tv8n]

@@emmanuelekene9425 not really! But you can try! They prefer that don't look like you

[@emmanuelekene9425]

@@user-wg6rl9tv8n but I have also seen peope who look like me who are working with then. 🤔

[@pepelemoko2820]

Sam that was such a positive experience to watch. The eagerness of the trainees and the superb professionalism of the trainers. They all worked so hard and looked amazing in their uniforms. I really got a feeling of the obvious pride of the new mwmers and the trainers. That was quite emotional right at the end where you praised them and said goodbye to the trainees and hello as a future passenger. Great vid.

[@dizzynixx3033]

Super cool to get a glimpse into the special training and Sam is such a lovable dork during it all. You can tell he really enjoys himself while exploring and learning about the planes/airlines.

[@matthewjensen9550]

I grew up in Dubai and my dad was a pilot with Emirates. As a kid, I always thought the Emirates Training College building was so unique and interesting.

[@shameershahuddheen2879]

My father also 😍

[@Simlorii]

woah, you're all so lucky to have a perfect dad😿

[@mensurnure2405]

Siuuuuuu7

[@Lqker_Type]

My uncle works here at this crew training institute, exactly where you were in this video! He works as an administrator. Thank you for showing this place in this video, I’ve been here before and this place is underrated but also FUN! You should definitely tour this place some time. I would recommend the food!

[@catherinedenice3768]

I flew on Emirates in 2017 ; great experience .seeing the safety training is great ; I will fly again with Emirates....that's for sure.

[@himalbs2445]

Yes

[@Mantappupe]

Yes

[@himalbs2445]

@@Mantappupe yes

[@alicec6544]

I was in the same position 30 years ago with Cathay Pacific. This episode brings me lots of memories!

[@Oliveira-mm9no]

I really hope the students knowledge that they're living someone's dream, great job Sam!

[@megumiwickramasinghe6414]

I wish I could watch this without any end, I LOVE THIS that much. Mad respect for the cabin crew ❤️

[@mairwyncurtis2102]

In addition to the onboard safety demonstration, I do believe that a video like this should be watched by everyone that is going on a flight. The more the passengers know, the better! Thank you Sam for organising this for your viewers

[@shensudi]

Had so many good memories in this magic training building with people from every corner of this planet. Thanks Sam for bringing me back again!

[@fly_w_tony]

Looking at this video, I think that Emirates Airline, where crews from so many countries gather, would be a really fun place to work!

[@purinco35]

Thank you for the great vlog! I’m an ex EK cabin crew, now I work for a different airline. My current airline has a great reputation of safety and engineering. It’s one of the oldest airlines in the world, but I must say Emirates Ab-initio training was more intense and practical. It’s so nice to see one of my Ab-initio trainers in this video!

[@poppitpop]

which airline are you talking about?

[@melarie205]

why did you leave emirates and was it hard to get into?

[@purankamumagar8959]

I am a fan l traveled 🧳 from Kathmandu to Dubai ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@xuanbai1424]

Yes❤❤

[@aditjatar5113]

Had the pleasure of working with the Ritz-Carlton- JBR, brilliant.. The perfection & immaculate appearances keeps Emirates a class apart..The training is exemplary..130 nationalities.. Wow!!!!👍

[@Chloe-ch6mc]

i love these kinda videos because I'm going to try to apply for cabin crew after I graduate and even though I have a friend who is cabin crew it's still hard to imagine how it's actually like and this gave me such a clear insight. those books though omg

[@cissytetaharris1581]

Hi

[@mmeduplechin1577]

Marvelous! Sam - you did a great job of demonstrating the various stages of crew training. i enjoyed it immensely and would like to congratulate you and the trainees for jumping into that cold water! What a great behind-the-scenes look.

[@Gah_Galvao]

Very nice to see people from Brazil having this amazing training!

[@jusstnc1759]

Would love to fly on emirates now…amazing professionalism, training and diversity. Love the uniforms they look Amazing. Thank you Sam

[@mortanicus5871]

This is one of my favorite Sam Chui video, because it shows a different side of aviation that the average person never sees. I love the way he participated in the Emirates training program as one of the passengers, then gave them encouragement as they were about to graduate.

[@malcolm20091000]

What an amazing amount of training they go through. And on top of all that, learning synchronized swimming 7:22 to boot!

[@carolineptenchick]

This made me feel so much pride for the crew and the airline in general. I hope I fly with Emirates soon! ❤

[@rmd4209]

I just love how supportive Sam is to the new trainees. Great video!!

[@jomyjosekavalam]

Thank you dear Sam for sharing this amazing training sessions organized by the Emirates family. The training sessions especially in case of unpleasant situations on board were so well explained. A big salute to all the trainees and the staff who trained them.. I strongly believe all other airline companies across the world should adopt similar sessions for their new joiners so as to make everyone life on board easier in case of such unplanned events.. An 💯 out of 💯 for the content.. looking forward to meet you one day Sam with the grace of almighty.. once again thank you 👌👍.

[@johnchristianmendiola1459]

One day I will also be training here! In God’s will! ☝🏼

[@vlogswiris]

real

[@viviantocaboca2564]

❤

[@ahmadalsaman5872]

I pass in front of this building almost on a daily basis, but never thought that much is in there, great work Fly Emirates

[@radi1877]

I m ex- Emirates cabin crew and this is how it's done, I love every bit of it! Thank you for this video I can now show it to my girls 😉😉😉

[@jdb316]

This might be my favorite video of yours, Sam. It's so cool to go behind the scenes into how flight attendants are trained.

[@LINJ638]

Yes, he must be hitting on these girls isn't it????

[@Steven-qi4gm]

Didn’t realise so much was involved. Respect to those cabin crew, I’d definitely feel safe on emirates. I did laugh when the babies head popped out though 😆

[@michaelkurtz1967]

Impressive training facility and the instructor are doing such a magnificent job with the young trainees. Everyone should feel very safe traveling with them.

[@sureshkrishnan2585]

Tons of Thanks Mr.Sam for showing the complete crew training. There is lot of happening behind the scenes to train the newly inducted crew. Hats of to the trainers in moulding the Emirates crew which is the best airlines in the aviation world. Once again Thanks to Sam for bringing this to the world. Wishing the crew who completed their trainining for coming out with flying colours. Special appreciation to the trainers. Had a beautiful informative today. Emirates...... sky is your limit. Keep it up. Loads of luv from India ❤️

[@hirwaaxel2685]

men yoou travel alot last week you were in my homeland Rwanda and now you're there .. i love your energy

[@ryori4176]

Hi Sam, amazing access. From the passenger seat to the training center. You continue to be the world's premier passenger. I still love your first video from the A380 shot on the flight from Sydney to LA. Cheers...

[@BubblesxSkincare]

These flight attendants are amazing 😻

[@Happy_Little_Vegemite]

This is brilliant. I feel like I am taking some of this away with me. Flight attendants are underrated and have so much responsibility. I will say that about 3 years ago when I was flying on a Qantas aircraft the captain made an announcement mid flight asking for any doctors, medical personnel or nurses that might on board asking board if anyone could provide some assistance as there was a child that was having breathing difficulties. Myself (Nurse) and another nurse came forward to help the crew. Very eye-opening and all the adrenaline takes over in the moment. This happened on a Qantas aircraft travelling from Sydney to Lax back in 2017. The child's outcome was fine, we managed to remove the child to an open exit area where the child was able to gain more open space and airflow & from sponging the child down her temperature reduced slightly. At the time the mother was travelling with the unwell child and because the child was in a small space being in the window seat she could not get enough air between coughing fits. It can be confronting but it would surprise you that sometimes even though there may be a doctor on board they have the right to refuse to give treatment. The crew were really good and appreciated the help that we were able to provide with a good outcome. Appreciation for this video, very informative to see from a passenger’s perspective of what the intensity of what flight crew have to go through before even being allowed to work on any of the Emirates aircraft. The Emirates training centre is amazing.

[@williamwilliam728]

FANTASTIC video Sam, you have moved into the big leagues of documentaries in aviation. These newbies are in for one heck of a ride as this is an extremely difficult career,r but also very rewarding too! THANK YOU!

[@carine4318]

Absolutely-I flew for 28 years …it was so different in my days but the life time friends is priceless. And been in an emergency that was around the world

[@kphan-iy7zx]

That building design looks amazing! I like how part of the building looks like the plane fuselage with the wing and everything. Amazing video Sam

[@KilldozerNY]

Amazing facility, I've only got to see it from the outside but was impressed. Thanks for the tour Sam .

[@gentrynavat9744]

This is absolutely amazing! And what a treat it must have been for the trainees to have you join them in training!

[@illliyas]

22:05 Reaction of cabin crew when she said you can change the baby in lavatory 😂

[@mahidG]

i'd like to change my baby for a business class seat pls

[@bravolima7766]

Great report Sam As a frequent flyer I have always had great admiration for the flight attendants, they are the most important part of a successful flight. t Tanks to them

[@maiseymcinnis9717]

I recently flew Emirates and had a great flight! They past out toys for children and the food was great.

[@helenhobson2039]

Cabin crew are so underated when you think of what they have to learn. At the end of the day they are primarily there for your saftey. Serving you food and drink is extra. Some people would do well to remember that because they would be the first ones screaming for help, if god forbid, any thing should happen. It amazes me how many people don't pay attention to the safety videos too. I actually got thanked by one cabin crew member for paying attention to a manual demonstration once when no one else did.

[@anwerabdallah569]

they are trained well. look at those facilities. amazing. emirates is the best.

[@LINJ638]

Hats off to all those who served in this line of work once more.

[@ria6480]

now im looking back on all the flight attendants on the planes ive been on, and they have all my respect

[@muhammadmukthar792]

Passed beside this building many times. Thank you for bringing inside life to us as i always wished to see what's inside. 😍

[@wagnerbejaranocarvalho9971]

Congrats Sam, you are not only airplanes, you are 100% aviation.

[@andrewverinchuk1694]

Hi Sam, thank you for a breathtaking tour inside Emirates - one of my favourite airlines! Absolutely amazing insight. I follow you and your videos for many years and want to express my appreciation to your amazing work. I hope one day to meet you in flight

[@papyfun5097]

I find it crazy how much they train and test their crew for these situations. No wonder Emirates is one of the best airlines

[@TrangNguyen-ch3fp]

This makes me miss the feeling of being on airplane and experiencing services I’m never bored of flying😎

[@ashwinthdentomusicals2967]

Hey Sam! Its incredible to see how the cabin crew train themselves...And your videos are amazing and so knowledgeable❤

[@lindasecrease205]

Great video. Learned so much about Emirates and cabin crew training but also as a person who will take flights I think very helpful to know what to expect in disasters.

[@FuNkYyBoY]

what an amazing video and thanks for sharing .... big kudos to Emirates to give us an opportunity to see crew training ... always love flying with Emirates, here from Australia !!

[@BH195829]

Great video I had no idea. The training was so thorough. Thank you so much.❤❤

[@citibear57]

Sam, that was awesome! Emirates is a first-class airline (no pun intended) and from what I see in your videos, everything they do is excellent. What an amazing training college they have! Thank you Sam, and Emirates 👍

[@hamzamourchidcheikh1381]

Love this job! I'm an ex Cabin Crew. Much love from Comoros 😊

[@mzansipunters4295]

After watching this course I can confidently work as a flight attendant and succesffuly deliver a baby, well done guys.

[@Bboy_dugler]

Im from the Philippines and I'm so impressed to all trainee cabin crew of Emirates just like a pro not student.

[@cositasdemili]

I just remembered my training in Emirates, thank you Emirates for amazing adventure of almost seven years, I would do it all over again ❤😍😍 The best of the best 🌹🧸

[@Jesus-boy-moses]

Pls how is the price for the training

[@Jesus-boy-moses]

How much is the price for the training, I reside in Dubai.pls

[@aerialeffect2240]

This is good information. I have much respect for flight attendants after seeing this. Kudos to everyone

[@ektrolleyboy]

Ab-Initio EK 476 here. Great so see this again.

[@Schoolsaredisease]

The fact their course covers A to Z of skills required to be a quality flight attendant with such patience by the instructors is assuring . Sam , the last two minutes of how flight attendant must be was to the point.

[@electrichearts]

i remember for the first time i ever saw someone with a medical emergency in my 19 years of flying on airplanes was this year. it is interesting to see how the training is done for emirates, thankfully in the flight i was in, there were tons of doctors who could help the passenger who collapsed because of his diabets, but unlike emirates, this flight didn't have the "do not touch the patient" on the pa so everyone crowded around

[@rosemapati9873]

The wa I do sliding down here every week hope I'm really preparing for my next career in being a cabin crew in emirates 💕

[@carine4318]

Those slides are such good fun..I remember getting into trouble many years back shouting ‘yeeehaaa’ from the upper deck of 744 in training . Had to got again 😂😂😂😂

[@clearsight_wof]

lol

[@jean-paulloa86]

That was so interesting to watch all the lessons that Crew has to be mastered. Thank you Sam for sharing!

[@InanginangparLondon]

Love the video.. tense but fun! I was dreaming to be the cabin crew but my confidence level that time was so low lol but happy to see these people with their ability to become the cabin crew

[@MrSupercar55]

The slide training actually looks like fun

[@gabriellamindombe7212]

I'm so proud to you all i thanks Emirates for Amazing Job they did and this college is just great so proud of you all guys good Luck to all the fly attendant.

[@rijashahid7547]

It's always so good traveling in Emirates literally my favourite !!

[@BaiM20]

Great Emirates training Good people good trainer One day i can fly with Emirates I love so much Emirates ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@kalarhall3066]

I would of sucked being a flight attendant for so many reasons😂 I have so much respect for the crew because I know it’s very difficult, especially how people are nowadays

[@gikukoshy]

My mum used to be a professor here. Good ol 90s. It was an iconic building during my childhood.

[@yazziethebaddie]

Flight attendants are always really nice and kind. (and pretty)

[@DidiMuseri]

What a cool video, thanks for showing us behind the scenes of training to be a flight attendent at Emirates 😀

[@LeviEric_]

Thanks for sharing the behind scenes of the emirates cabin crew ❤❤❤👌

[@bruceritchie3874]

That was a pretty cool video. The only international airline I have travelled with is Emirates but you can see from this show just how well the Cabin Crew are trained. Like everything else Emirates ...... Perfection. Thanks Sam, good job!!!!

[@carine4318]

After 28 years flying with Qantas I’m so pleased you are experiencing cabin crew training

[@user-di7ww6pm3c]

Worse airline ever Qantas. Yobs.