AUSTRALIAN FLIGHT ATTENDANT TRAINING - Q&A & Tips

[@mondivito762]

I actually love your videos so much ❤️

[@BrieanaYoung]

Awww thank you so much!! I really appreciate you watching them ❤️

[@Bettina8987]

left flying 15 years ago after 30 years .. man ! the training has changed over the years. its gotten better crash and burn school once a year etc...hard work great pax and it never leaves you

[@MelinParis1]

Thank you for this. I didn´t expect that you failed, but I guess we are all humans. I have an assessment in January coming up and this makes me even more nervous because the hard work is yet to come.

[@BrieanaYoung]

wooo good luck!

[@MelinParis1]

@@BrieanaYoung Thank you! I made it! Need to go to the Medical test. Could you please tell me if every airline has a no depression history? I had seen that at Emirates. I am really nervous. Would appreciate your help!

[@sandrosingson6310]

I just failed my exam right now ( 30 mins ago) for an aviation company here in Canada and I'm searching up on youtube about other trainees' experiences during their aviation training. Passing grade is 80% and I got 79% 3 weeks of Theory and Lecture and 2 weeks of in-person training.

[@BrieanaYoung]

I know exactly how you must be feeling right now. I know how upset I felt and just know that it passes… do you get to do a second attempt at all?

[@sandrosingson6310]

@@BrieanaYoung They're scheduling me for the December class. Usually, there's no second attempt but they're reconsidering due to my performance in class and good comments from my teachers. But it's a bitter-sweet feeling, it's only been 5 days so let's see what happens

[@camivegars]

I finally got time to watch this video OMG so excited for it 🤩🤩🤩🥳🥳🥳 I can only imagine how intense must be those 5 weeks of training 😱 so much information and tiredness lol but at the end all so worth it 👏🏻👏🏻 thank you so much for answering all our questions 🥺💕 it gave me a better view of what to expect and how to prepare 👏🏻 I’m so so glad you passed all your training, because your personality is the perfect match for this job! You definitely rock the sky Brie! 🤩☁️✨ Thank you for sharing this video with us! Take care and stay safe lovely 💗 x

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you so much for your compliments Camila :) I am so glad that you liked it! Take care ❤

[@paulmisquita]

Thanks Bree for your efforts, it was pleasant watching and learning from your experiences

[@BrieanaYoung]

You’re welcome! Happy to help were I can :)

[@gopkhamphilath5931]

Thank you so much for making this video! I was very excited when i saw a notification that u posted a new video! Cuz i knew that you’ll be talking about ground school! The failed part sounds really scary and i’m very nervous now as English is my second language. i’ll start my GS next month! i’m excited and nervous at the same time. Thank you again Brie for making this video about GS. it was super helpful! PS: love your jumper and the background😊 Cheers Gop

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey Gop, I defiantly had you in mind when making this video! I am so glad it was helpful to you :) Good luck with your GS. There where a few people in my GS who had english as their second language! So i'm sure you will be fine! Thank you for leaving such a nice comment 😊

[@Windexoreos]

I love your videos so much and I'm just binge watching your channel bahah

[@BrieanaYoung]

Aww thank you so much Emily :) Hope you enjoy the binge hehe xxx

[@laurenpike1259]

I’ve been waiting for this 😍 love love your videos. So helpful! Can’t wait to start ground school in August!

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you so much Lauren!!! Can’t wait for you to start ground school !! ❤️

[@peterpitrakkou3335]

Another awesome vlog Wonderful Brie. Very informative and general life tips while preparing for flight school training. Great Effort. ⭐️👏👏

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you Peter! Glad you liked it, I appreciate the comment! 😊

[@issacproduction9570]

Hi, loved your video, i just accepted into Qantas and very excited to start ground school but at the same time nervous as hell. Great video :D

[@BrieanaYoung]

Woo congrats!! It’s totally normal to feel like that, good luck 🙂

[@issacproduction9570]

@@BrieanaYoung 😁😁😁

[@Bettina8987]

enjoy every moment - us old ladies are either in our late 60's early 70's we had a blast ... domestic and international. - TAA to Qantas international DC9 727 A300 743 744 etc...767 and the rest !

[@TheBluebayoo]

Such an informative video! What a great filming space ;)

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you so much! Hahaahah it's the best filming space hey ;)

[@Bethany-lc3qv]

Hi Brieana! I watched your entire series during my recruitment journey and your videos helped me so much! I start ground school with virgin at the end of the month but was just wondering how strict the airline is with sickness and needing unexpected time off during ground school. I guess i'm just worried I might get super ill during ground school and get kicked out for it. Might just be me being paranoid though haha

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey congrats on getting the job and starting ground school soon! It might be best to speak to the teachers on the first day about this concern. I think it depends on how much class you miss etc but I don’t think you will necessarily be kicked out but you might be moved to the next ground school if you miss a lot of classes hope this helps!

[@user-xd3uw5lr7r]

Bula vinaka. Really enjoyed watching your videos. So nice. Greetings from Fiji 🇫🇯

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@josephineahelle5094]

Great job Bri!!! Looking forward to seeing more great vloggs. 😍✈

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you!! I’m looking forward to making them :)

[@taitthomson6606]

great video brienna! would love to hear about your experience in ur role at a ground school xx

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey Tait! Thanks for watching, I made a video about my role, you can watch it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX2VoJ-cpb2mqtU 😀

[@davefrommelbourne1237]

Great tips Brie and awesome video clarity 👌

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you :)

[@angelinaarfi6845]

This is great thank you and can you do a what to pack/bring video, thanks :)

[@BrieanaYoung]

Your'e welcome :) I did a what a pack in my bag video which you can watch here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYWqiZaNibymjZI

[@janni007]

Would love to see a video re your role in Training dept. Your backdrop in this video looks ultra chic.

[@BrieanaYoung]

Amazing! Ill make a day in the life video :) Thanks for watching :)

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey the video about being part of the training department can be watched here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX2VoJ-cpb2mqtU

[@fernandaperez3505]

Hi Brie! I just love your videos and thank you for share all this information about training school. Can you give me more details about the writing exams. Are they kind of essays or is just short answers?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey great question, they are short answer multiple choice! :)

[@barborasklenarova3335]

It's very helpful and calming to know what to expect, to be honest with you. Thank you for sharing all this. I'm just doing such deep research on company and all videos I can find at the moment as my assessment day is coming up very soon and I really want to do well which I know I will... it's just very different from what I'm doing for many years now :) How many days after your assessment day did you find out if you have a job and how long did it take to start a training afterwards, please? Are you still working as FA with this airline? Thank you and all the best!

[@ams9439]

Hello Brieana, interesting to know this job requires so much efforts to put in, and at one point you say, lock yourself and study and you also say its very exciting and one should have fun. I've never, ever in my life felt studying anything close to enjoyment..!! I find you unique 😆. Now, I don't think you failed once because you chose the wrong answers, maybe the questions were wrong 🤔 😅. Thank you to all the flight attendants out there for putting so much effort in your life, so we passengers have a safe flight 🙏. Tc and stay safe.

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you AMS! hehe i like your thinking about the questions being wrong instead 😉 Take care! Thanks for the comment!

[@sanujasivasothy2734]

honestly so helpful!

[@BrieanaYoung]

I'm so glad!! 🙂are you starting ground school soon?

[@sanujasivasothy2734]

@@BrieanaYoung aha no im only 15 being a flight attendant has been my dream job since i was young so i love watching videos as it inspires me and gets me ready x

[@iamme5988]

Great content and I'd like to specifically mention the video quality of this one.. It looks so aesthetically pleasing! What's your camera setup like?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey thank you so much, I love trying to make it as aesthetically pleasing as I can so I appreciate you noticing and mentioning about it!! :) The camera I used was a Canon EOS R with a RF 24-70mm F/2.8 lens & the microphone was a Rode NTG5 :)

[@rkomgm3932]

Hi Brie Thanks for the great video Can I ask what music you used on this video It’s catchy !

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey thank you & great question! I got this song off the subscription site MusicBed, not sure what the name is though but they have heaps of great songs!

[@rkomgm3932]

@@BrieanaYoung thank you very much !

[@michellebrooks542]

Great content ! Can you please do a video on what the interview is like please?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey Michelle! Thanks for watching ❤️ yes definitely will do a video about this!! Thanks for the suggestion !

[@theultimatereductionist7592]

Cars can pull over to the side of a road and wait. Boats can temporarily stop moving on an ocean and wait. Trains on rails can come to a stop and wait. But airplanes for some strange reason need to keep moving at all times or they'll crash. Now tell me how flying is "the safest mode of transport".

[@BrieanaYoung]

i agree with you, thanks for watching :)

[@JustinFulton-HICAT]

Thanks Brieana, I start Ground Training tomorrow so you've answered a few questions for me! One I have - If you pass Training, how long is it before you receive a work roster?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Usually only a couple days :)

[@baybim]

Hi Brieana thanks for all your informative content about being a cabin crew. I did the group assessment and received an email back saying that I’ve been put in the transit lounge waiting to hear back on dates for training school. Is there anything that needs to be done before then?

[@swarlaa2486]

Hi Brieana:) how much would you recommend studying each day? I love your videos so much they’re so helpful

[@BrieanaYoung]

Perhaps a could hours, but prioritise sleep over study i would say!

[@swarlaa2486]

@@BrieanaYoung how did you deal w feeling tired and overwhelmed after each day of training?

[@teodytrinidad9497]

When rains it pours "Waiting Shed"

[@BrieanaYoung]

Oh I haven’t heard this saying before! What does it mean?

[@stevey7059]

Comparing to those Asia base airlines such as CX, MH, SQ, VN, they have a much higher entry requirements, you need to be a certain height for boys and girls, and there's also an unwritten criteria they only pick "better looking" applicants for the second interview. Once you got in, you need to stick to their way of dress and grooming including a certain type of hair settling and make up for girls.

[@BrieanaYoung]

yes i've heard that some airline are quite particular in terms of looks!!

[@angelinetyrokomos2807]

Hi Brieana, love your videos! Can you give us some tips on what to study before ground school so we can be as prepared as possible? I have heard the phonetic alphabet, 24-hour time and airport codes.. but are there any other things you wished you'd learned beforehand?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey Angeline! Thank you for the comment! Those two things are really good to study - tbh there isn't much more that i can think of that you could study before, as everything is different airline to airline. You could just learn about aviation in general like different aircraft types. Perhaps watch the show "Aircraft Investigations" !? might help! xx

[@angelinetyrokomos2807]

Thanks for the tip! I’ll be working on the 737-800 :)

[@dannyhocken364]

Hi Bri, Can you please do a video for us on “Active Hold” I’m currently on “Active Hold” with a Australian Airline - Please ✈️

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey Danny!! May I ask what you mean by active hold? I haven’t heard that term before 🙂

[@dannyhocken364]

@@BrieanaYoung I recently was successful with Qantas as CC, however have been placed on “Active Hold” for 12 Months. I did my assessment day with my airline in May, I’ve successfully done my ASIC & ACIC checks

[@BrieanaYoung]

Ohhh okay so you are just waiting for a ground school to start?! The waiting game can be tough so it really tests the patience’s haha! I’ll try and talk about it in vlog for you 🙂

[@dannyhocken364]

@@BrieanaYoung Patience is the whole process ! I just haven’t done my medical, or swim test, but essentially I’m thinking they’re not going to make me do a medical test while on “active hold” as they don’t currently have any active school scheduled .

[@fionakeenanhumann3565]

Hi Bri, great vid, what is the suitable attire to wear to ground training? Xx

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you so much 😍 Business attire is usually what most airlines get you to wear :) good luck x

[@HenryDR]

Great video 🇩🇴

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thanks! 😃

[@garrymccracken9512]

I am just about to do my general assessment theory.How did you find that?

[@katherinesly]

Hi Brie! Thank you so much for these videos: they are so helpful! At the ground training, did you have to do swimming tests and if yes, did you need to bring your own swimsuit? Thank you!

[@BrieanaYoung]

Swimming test is before ground school, but you do have do a raft and life jacket assessment which will require you to go into water, so bring your own bathers!

[@katherinesly]

@@BrieanaYoung Thank you so much!

[@omgomg382]

@@BrieanaYoung what’s the swimming assessment before ground school?

[@BrieanaYoung]

@@omgomg382 watch this video to learn more: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bF7YeH6Koq-igZo

[@niritmarchand]

Hello Brienan. Great information. thanks. do I have to memorise all aviation terminology and airport codes?

[@BrieanaYoung]

no need but it would help :)

[@foodlover195_]

You mentioned that aviation was/is your dream job - when did you decide that and why? I kinda just woke up this morning and thought to myself, you know what would be kinda cool... being a flight attendant. For context I'm just finishing up my bachelor in computer science lmao. I'm definitely a spontaneous person and while I'm not exaggerating when I say the thought of working for an airline has never crossed my mind every before - after a probably still too little amount of research I do think it'd be something that I would very much enjoy. I love to travel and probably weirdly enough the idea of being on standby to go on a flight is really.. for lack of better word, exciting? 😅I imagine in the moment it could go either way and sometimes really suck, but in comparison the 9-5 route seems so average ahaha. As a seasoned flyer, would you agree with the sentiment or nah? Cheers

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey there, thanks for your comment! I decided i wanted to be a FA after getting a taste of the tourism industry when I worked as a tour guide. We must be similar because I get a kick out of being on call and I find it exciting as well hahah!! Yeah I defiantly get your sentiment when sharing around the 9-5 routine, I really love working shift work, but everyone is different. If your still interested defiantly give it a go see what you think! Do you still feel like you want to become a FA or was it just a spontaneous thought?

[@foodlover195_]

@@BrieanaYoung You know... I think I still do. I had a vague plan of where my life was headed in the next year or two, but also I'm super aware of how jumping on opportunities can change your life in ways you couldn't even imagine beforehand. I'm not currently qualified, nor am I in the position to drop everything and chase after it - but at the very least I'm going keep it strong in the back of my mind. I'm based in Sydney, and I imagine around March would be a good time for me to apply. I saw Virgin has been taking applications for a while now, but they'll stop at the end of the year. Do you know how often airlines typically have positions open, and how have covid affected that process? Cheers

[@goransvraka3171]

During training where do you stay, sleep? Your own residence in Australia and make regular trips to training?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Yes that’s correct! Usually you are based where you live!

[@tiffanykay1238]

How did you study? What was your strategy to Memorise everything?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Everyone learns differently!! What helped for me is Reading things over and acting out the emergency drills :)

[@rylee_dawson0155]

Thank you❤️

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you for watching :)

[@paolocus7288]

Why did you fail in you writing test and why how many writting test you did?? ?

[@BrieanaYoung]

I talk about why in the vid :) there are multiple little writing tests through out training, but the main one was multiple choice!

[@tonimontesano9605]

Hey! This is really helpful. Question - if you do fail twice can you ever get into cabin crew with the same company? Do you need to wait 12 months like the cheating people? Thanks ❤️

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey guest question! I'm not sure the answer unfortunately ! Best to check with the airline!

[@Alice-tn5xb]

can you be kicked out of the 5 weeks training if you are not good enough or they let you go at the end?

[@BrieanaYoung]

you have to pass the tests and exams or else you can't continue with the job

[@csair380]

Can you please make a video in your bring part of the training department

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey Lucas! Defiantly, I will try and vlog a day in the life! Thanks for your comment ! :)

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey the video about being part of the training department can be watched here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX2VoJ-cpb2mqtU

[@tiffanykay1238]

Hi, I’m an Aussie and I start my training tomorrow. They said I need to learn the drills WORD BY WORD by the first day, did you need to do that?! Seems far fetched

[@BrieanaYoung]

Each airline does it a little different! When saying the drills they usually need to be said word for word! I didn’t need to learn mine by the first day, but that’s good you have them so you can start practicing 😊

[@tiffanykay1238]

@@BrieanaYoung oh amazing thanks so much for responding xx

[@Michelle-xk2vt]

Brieana we work for the same airline, as ground crew I hope that I meet you one day.❤️💜

[@BrieanaYoung]

Ohh no way! I hope we do too! Defiantly say hi if you see me!! ❤️💜

[@everobertson611]

Hey Brianna, I am soon to apply for virgin in Australia and I was just wondering if you get paid while at training and if training was full time? If you don’t get paid

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hi! You get payed 😊

[@asmitamang4358]

What are the questions in written exam ??… do they teach us everything related to written exam ??

[@BrieanaYoung]

Yes they teach you everything :)

[@laurahanlon3208]

Hi Brieana. I’m just wondering what you wear to flight training?

[@BrieanaYoung]

it is dependent on the airline, but usually business attire is requested! :)

[@lolanewitt3909]

I am 16 and becoming a flight attendant is my dream job however I do have one question and that is does flight attendant ground school cost money, if so how much lol I might need to start saving now 😂😂😂

[@BrieanaYoung]

I got paid to be trained! Each airline might be different though!

[@lolanewitt3909]

@@BrieanaYoung thank you ❤️

[@jenselby7945]

Out of curiosity- what kind of medical supplies do you carry on board?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Great questions, there are more then people think!! Pretty similar to what a paramedic would carry

[@estebanpomares414]

Hey Brieana, thanks so much for all those informations ! Do you know if it is Mandatory to have Aussie Nationality or Permanent visa to apply in a Australian Airline ? I'm from France and I'm wondering if I could be a Cabin Crew in Australia. Thanks so much bye !

[@BrieanaYoung]

Yes you do!! :)

[@azr6288]

Gs the hardest thing

[@BrieanaYoung]

Amen to that! 😅

[@doughty2010]

Do the things!! 😅😅

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hehehe !! 😁😁

[@entertainmentshorts1095]

I'm from in india Kerala my dream is became a soudia arabian airline cabin crew but my study's not well 🙂... Now I'm studying at plus one 11th.. 🙂🙂

[@BrieanaYoung]

You can do it 👍

[@artkemberling7764]

How often are you required to have a physical exam? I drive a school bus in the US and to keep certification, we are required to pass at least 1 physical exam annually.

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey that’s so interesting you need to have a physical exam a year! Good question - I’ve only ever had one physical exam & apart from what was part of the application process !

[@artkemberling7764]

@@BrieanaYoung School bus driver requirements in the states are very stringent. Vision, hearing, blood pressure, driving records all are evaluated constantly.

[@BonJoviMad100]

@@artkemberling7764 I get having top get the blood pressure checked. Those kids can be rage inducing sometimes.

[@entertainmentshorts1095]

I liked your video and subscribed mam😘

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@azr6288]

are you still flying ? you must be a CS now hope your pay is not too bad

[@Bill2226]

Ow...

[@gracevlogs2022]

Hey, can you give me some stuff you should focus in high school?

[@BrieanaYoung]

English & do what ever other subjects you are interested in :)

[@xrpcryptomom5318]

Was there a mix of ages in training? Or was everyone in their 20’s? Thanks

[@BrieanaYoung]

A mix!!!

[@ninjapirate123]

I don't get it, did you choose to become a flight attendant or were you forced to become a flight attendant

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hi there, I don’t quite understand your question. Can you please rephrase it? You can’t be forced to do any job

[@ninjapirate123]

@@BrieanaYoung I'm kinda confuse on how many beautiful girls end up becoming flight attendants than any other jobs, this is why I thought some girls might be forced to become flight attendant. So I'd like to know if you were not forced to become a flight attendant then what made you decide to become a flight attendant when you were in university or when you were younger.

[@BrieanaYoung]

​@@ninjapirate123 Oh okay thanks for explaining, trust me there are a lot of beautiful girls in other careers. To be honest I think the make up and cool uniforms make us look more attractive then we actually are hahaha! No one is every forced to do any job (at least here in Australia, people have the right to choose what they do) What made me decide is I lived overseas for just under 2 years and I gained a passion for the tourism and travel industry. When I came back to Australia I finished my degree and started applying for jobs as a Flight Attendant. 😀

[@ninjapirate123]

@@BrieanaYoung Oh so thats why you became a flight attendant. And I know there are beautiful girls in every jobs too but it's mostly flight attendants that are the most attractive. And from the way I see it, most of the most beautiful girls in every country ends up becoming a flight attendant or else how will the airlines have so many beautiful girls end up doing this job. I know the airlines make flight attendants wear these uniforms and creates an illusion in order to make flight attendants look better, but thats only to make beautiful women to look more attractive during flights. So I also think flight attendants need to be pretty in order to do this job, I dont think its just the uniforms.

[@tarapoppett949]

so if you fail both you cant join agian forever?

[@BrieanaYoung]

not forever, just 12 months with any airline in Australia!

[@monikasemwal7752]

What are the height and weight required for flight attendants?

[@BrieanaYoung]

It is dependent on the airline! To find out the information best to look at the requirements in the job description 😊

[@vibe3047]

If we get unpaid training I heard that we need spend a lot money from our pocket. I wanna know if we need to pay for something like For five weeks training do we have to pay for the hotel Nd transportation.

[@BrieanaYoung]

Hey really good question - to be honest I’m not sure how it works if you don’t get payed. I personally didn’t stay in a hotel for training because training was in my own base. So it is different airline to airline. Are you about to start training?

[@vibe3047]

@@BrieanaYoung thanks for replying.. I been thinking of applying but about being based on differ location than where I live makes me freak out. And I am curious about how much money I need to save up for the training if it’s in a different state. I wonder if they pay for hotel expenses or wat ? Before applying I need to know all the details about everything. That’s why I am here to know.

[@BrieanaYoung]

@@vibe3047 can you apply to be based where you live or is that not an option? If you have to move to another base that will definitely cost money so make sure you save. I know a lot of crew stay in AirBnB’s during training if they don’t live where they are based. If the airlines training facilities aren’t located in your base then the airline usually pays for you to fly to another state, stay in a hotel and pays for transportation. But if the facilities are in your base then you will perhaps have to cover all of that if you don’t live in that base. Did I explain that okay?

[@vibe3047]

@@BrieanaYoung Yes, this explains my questions. Thank you so much.

[@monikasemwal7752]

Do we need to learn makup?

[@BrieanaYoung]

You need to wear make up, but you don’t need to be a make up artist or anything if that’s what your asking! KZbin is great when trying to learn the basics

[@Josiecheng]

I am 63 yrs old do you think they will employ mature people ?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Yes they do :)

[@solow980]

Are u a flight attendant today?

[@BrieanaYoung]

Yessss :)

[@toxinwings2893]

Oh no...

[@BrieanaYoung]

😁😁

[@toxinwings2893]

@@BrieanaYoung exams creeps me out 🤣 always

[@alangaming2003]

I feel bad for you failing the exam but you can still try Can you let me wear your uniform since you failed your exam

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you! Luckily I passed my second attempt! 😊

[@adulthumanfemale2665]

Hate to say it but if your are over 25 yrs FORGET IT!

[@BrieanaYoung]

Forget what?

[@hunarkaur4684]

Hey Is it true they don’t hire brown people?

[@BrieanaYoung]

anyone can be hired

[@hujiaming6151]

Exam for every 6 month is just useless and waste of money, your training management department has issues.

[@BrieanaYoung]

They changed it once every year now

[@gersoncueva1730]

Love you baby

[@BrieanaYoung]

Thank you!

[@gersoncueva1730]

@@BrieanaYoung your welcome Princess

[@delki69]

Do you need to wear pantyhose

[@BrieanaYoung]

😣