FLIGHT ATTENDANT TRAINING - Everything you need to know // Flight attendant life

[@kimberlylalley7255]

This is a timely video for me - I leave for training three weeks from today. You have a LOT of seniority. Some things haven't changed. We're still in limbo waiting for a training date, but now we get to have single occupancy in our hotel room. Thanks for your content.

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Yay amazing!

[@carolbaggins852]

Hi, how long did it take you to get a date for training? Its been 2 weeks since I submitted my DOT docs and haven't heard from them.

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

@@carolbaggins852 it took a few weeks. It all depends on if they have spaces open in the training classes

[@carolbaggins852]

@@theawkwardflightattendant thank you very much. :) When I did the f2f the recruiter told me maybe by august. But I was just getting worried because I haven’t heard from them since I submitted the DOT documents.

[@kimberlylalley7255]

@@carolbaggins852 it took me two months to get cleared and then I had a training date three weeks later. Enjoy the wait, save money, relax… Before you know it you’ll be at training and it’s non stop once you arrive.

[@KevinThorne2000]

woah this came at the right time! I leave for AA training in 2 weeks.

[@KevinThorne2000]

also it is 6 weeks now!

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Yay that's so exciting!

[@Cameronezelle]

CONGRATS!! GOOD LUCK🎉

[@janaedonnley6486]

@@KevinThorne2000 how’d it go ?!

[@KevinThorne2000]

@@janaedonnley6486 I graduate Tuesday from training! ❤️🤍💙

[@rebeccareyes2493]

Thank you so much for this video! I’m starting week 4 of training.. it’s been hella intense! I’m about to go on my simulated flight and my anxiety has been thru the roof because as you said, I feel like I am only learning safety and not so much steps of service. I feel scared to be tested on a whole ass flight when we haven’t gone over a lot of the customer service side. I appreciate you making this video!! Gave me a alittle comfort.

[@Brendiniii__]

I officially received my training date and class and im so excited yet so nervous and this helped ease my nerves a bit. thank you so much!

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Amazing! Please DM me on Instagram if you have any questions @theawkwardtourists You'll do great!!

[@AGdnr]

Thanks for this video. I've started training for a major European airline this year and as you said, it's really overwhelming. I was almost done but quit. I was so stressed, lost focus. Huge Mistake! Now they gave me another chance and i can start all over again in November. Doesn't hurt to go through training again since it's a lot to learn. And they pay you while you're on training. Not full salary but at least like 60% of full salary.

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

That's exciting that you're getting back into it!

[@jablondi]

Thanks for another great vlog! It's a good reminder to me, to always read the contract! I am very junior and needed that reminder 😊

[@JoselineUlloa-w1b]

I start next week and I’m so nervous but excited 😭🫶🏼

[@gustavosoares7389]

Thanks for your video, I am going to Texas for my training in 2 weeks, I am nervous, excited, this has been a dream job for so long! You've helped me a lot.

[@NataleeHEALS]

Thank you for this video. I was hired and supposed to start training...soon. contract said 2 weeks from now but have no idea where or when or what to expect. Glad you mentioned wearing professional clothes. I don't really have any, just the suit I bought for interview so I guess I better go shopping!

[@tjj5337]

After 911, flying has never been the same…. Those flight attendants were all heroes 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@shyshi9107]

I was with AA for 25years and yes the lodge was the best place… based in U.K Went 4 times for training and museum is next door… Great memories and met great people… it’s changed a lot now.

[@XjtBA]

AA has a UK base?

[@shyshi9107]

No we would go out to DFW I joined in 1994

[@XjtBA]

@@shyshi9107 you stated above you were based in the UK.

[@LilB00TTY]

I live in Austin and was kinda hyped when you said you were coming 😂

[@clarkli6026]

Hi, thanks for sharing, it's truly timely and helpful. Coz I will receive six week of FA training from tomorrow on. I can't wait to be a FA in North America.

[@suematulewicz631]

Oh Kelly every time u show the plane inside I get so nervous brings back flight memory not so good afraid of flying I give u credit for what u do your very brave love the videos

[@matthewconway1494]

I got talked into being a flight attendant this past week for Frontier, i told the woman i'm 6'2 i'm to tall, the limit is 6'0. She said they dont do that anymore no height limit, plus your hot, i can tell you have a great personality as well, i was like oh thank you, but ill think about! She said, please apply we need more people. I've done some research about the life of a flight attendant, crossed to your channel, Jetting Julia channel, kinda inspiring, and motivation tbh. Appreciate the information!

[@H2O-03n]

If you are out for a longer period, and you miss I believe 3 consecutive CQs then you do have to go back for an extended training. I had to do it after having children and taking multiple leaves. I was back for like 3-4 weeks. The only advantage over initial training is that you know you have a job the entire time. In initial training it could go either way.

[@redeemed4993]

I would be interested in this job. Unfortunately though I have so much trouble sleeping in hotels and different places these days that it would be impossible for me. 😢

[@HandsONreviews4u]

So basically if I get stationed let's say in LA and I live in NY I would have to spend 5 hours a day on a plane just to go to work? Also that isn't paid obviously? How does one get paid?, is there a clock on in the plane to check in? If your plane is late and you're there at the time your supposed to leave how do you clock in and do you get paid to wait? What about dead heading between trips is that paid? Any night differential after a certain time? If your 3 days on and 3 days off per week or even 2 days off how many hours per week do you get paid and do you get paid bi weekly or weekly. I think it is fair to explain how much hustle goes into each week and what a check looks like. Nice video 👍

[@stud88100]

Great vlog, Kelly.

[@johnshelton9441]

I really enjoy your videos!

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Thanks!

[@coldeststorm8479]

Thank you great video straight to the point.

[@laketoye232]

IF you can say, do you take the written test prior to going through practical application? I just feel like if you got study material and practical application, the tests would be a breeze to pass cause you have general and hands on experience on what you're being asked.

[@garyreimer6791]

Interesting! Thanks for sharing!!

[@nina_summers]

Oh yeah I heard about that they only give you 4 days after you graduate to start your job as FA, so if I’m relocating I have to drive my car to my base. I’m from California btw and I am positive I’ll be relocating to North Carolina. So they will give you schedule right away?

[@tella8036]

I have my Cjo and I am so nervous about training thank u

[@jessicajones5742]

Thanks for the tips

[@sanfran9249]

I don't know if it's mentioned in another of your videos, I read an article online how flight attendants need to learn a second language. Do you think to get hired it might be a requirement? - Only curious! Thank you for your videos, you're awesome!

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

No it's not a requirement, although sometimes when the airlines have a hiring freeze they might only hire those who speak another language. But right now that's not the case

[@sanfran9249]

@@theawkwardflightattendant That's nice! I can learn Spanish for fun, no pressure! :)

[@redcauthen771]

Couldn’t you draw in-employment insurance during your training ?

[@shunwilliams6180]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤❤❤

[@yolandafitzpatrick5308]

Silly question! Do you need to know how to swim for training ??

[@Wendi-s4u]

Thank you. Do you have to live in your base area?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

You don't, many flight attendants commute. I've never done it, but it seems pretty stressful, especially on reserve

[@ksbma]

Out of curiosity, at check in do they note if a passenger has a hand carry with them? And upon boarding, do the workers at the gate check or know if you didn’t show that you have a hand carry at check in?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

I'm not really sure, you'd have to ask an agent about their procedures regarding that

[@alexanderstaddon7661]

Hello like your video. It's very informative. I am starting as a flight attendant for Easyjet. Do you have to do refresher training every couple of years, and do you get breaks during the day?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

For my airline we have to go to a refresher training every year. As for breaks, not usually. We sometimes have wait time...but no designated "break time"

[@momcruiser]

Is there anything you can study ahead of time before going to FA school

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Not really, it's not school but training. Every airline has their own protocol

[@goti4799]

Does it matter where you do the training?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

The airline that hires you will train you

[@Finditshowit]

Do you have to be able to swim to be a flight attendant?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

It helps to at least have a basic knowledge

[@donnyoshea5995]

Your beautiful and doing amazing job ❤❤

[@ginafloryan9892]

Hello thank you for making this video, my son is considering being a flight attendant. Do u know how much flight attendant school is now ?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

The airline who hires him will train him

[@ginafloryan9892]

@@theawkwardflightattendant thank you :) I guess a non airline affiliated company contacted him and it was $4k (lol) sounded sketchy to me

[@Sailor-Rose]

Heyyy - can you confirm if we really need to memorize every single air port code that American goes to before training? I've been trying but there are so many codes

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Yep, you get tested on it first thing

[@Sailor-Rose]

@@theawkwardflightattendant thank you for confirming! I'm gonna keep on working then. It's comprehensive? As in world wide?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

@@Sailor-Rose for the places your airline flies to, yes

[@Sailor-Rose]

@@theawkwardflightattendant thank you again for the fast reply. If I can bother you for one more question, was it multiple choice?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

@@Sailor-Rose eeeeek sorry it was so long ago I don't remember!

[@comewithme4615]

great, my friend😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@shoppeaxh]

My training date was bumped up 3 months and I got a less than two week notice! I'm so excited but I have a lot less saved than I planned. Is $450 too little to find a base near the airport, cover transportation and live there for the month? My car is having issues so I'll have to leave it behind and rely on public transport.

[@gettothepoint9556]

Do you need to know how to swim to become a FA?

[@3xsVin]

No

[@gettothepoint9556]

@@3xsVin Thank you so much!

[@ruthjaquez3844]

Where can I apply for the training?

[@MrMmm816]

It's provided by the companies, it's not necessary to apply by yourself

[@scottygirl72]

Do they still have a height requirement?

[@jessicajones5742]

Hi there girl!

[@Abcdefghijk920]

I chocked when you said 9 weeks! Over 2 months without pay is just criminal. But wow! 9 years! And that is still JR for LAX or any base really huh?

[@realpristine]

Wow a bar and meals paid for?!?! Training was a luxury back in the day lol

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Haha, Are they making you pay for meals now?

[@SamanTariq-pv1pp]

I live in Germany and I want to become a flight attendant in America,is it possible?please anyone?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Yes it's possible. First step is to apply!

[@SamanTariq-pv1pp]

@@theawkwardflightattendant where can I get more informations please? Is there any link,name or page you can give please? Thanks in advance

[@eperanzaqueen4400]

So my question to you is when you get a based and it’s a totally different state you don’t know. How da heck do you find housing so quick?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

You have a couple of weeks' notice before the end of training, and there are obviously several ways to do it. The answer for everyone is, anyway you can. There are lots of flight attendants so we all figure it out somehow

[@tiffanyelize1029]

Is there a medical exam/evaluation? Just being cautious of my health and trying to get my body ready as I have an issue with hypertension but regulated with medication. I hope I get a chance with training and pass.

[@3xsVin]

Hey I have HBP too and I fly. No issue there. Good luck.

[@TheresaNaville-yd5zi]

Do you go through a physical?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Not a real one per se, but they do make sure you can perform the functions of the job

[@bettymayes3644]

When I went through training you had to pass a drug test, hearing test and eye test.

[@Kowzy_life]

Do they hire Muslim women who cover their hair? I really want to apply but don’t know if it’s going to affect my faith.

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Of course! They hire people of all denominations

[@lornacharles3858]

New movie

[@siyadesai6178]

How long is studying to be a flight attendant including studying

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

It varies by airline, but usually several weeks

[@freya-rosethompson]

Have you ever been in a crash

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

A plane crash? Lol no

[@ivyedan7183]

Thank you for this video ll I think it stinks you only get paid once the door closes on the plane.. you have so much work to do before boarding.l safety checks , setting up carts , etc . I guess layovers and Hotels paid for makes up for it

[@cakroncakron4851]

Hi how are you Banyuwangi Indonesia Romi 💘🇮🇩

[@MrMmm816]

Swimming 🏊? 🤔 🤔 🤔 Thanks

[@LEVELGAZANOW]

America West Airlines really burns through a lot of cash.

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

America West doesn't exist anymore, unfortunately

[@LEVELGAZANOW]

@@theawkwardflightattendant Actually, it does. It’s now called American. America West bought out US Air and then purchased AA as they were failing. They AW assumed the AA name because its brand has international recognition.

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

@@LEVELGAZANOW ok, but it's American. Not America West. It doesn't exist anymore

[@LEVELGAZANOW]

@@theawkwardflightattendant When your Board of Directors and CEO are all America West, it’s just lipstick on a pig.

[@robertosorio2775]

What airlines would you recommend working for?

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

I really only have the experience of working for this one!

[@jessicajones5742]

wheres ur lipstick?

[@ZubaidaAyyub]

How beautiful you looks look at yourself how beautiful you are no one can take away his eyes from your pretty face most beautiful woman I love you

[@ZubaidaAyyub]

Top queen super cute damsel extra ordinary tremendous magnificent marvellous babe leopard woman I love you

[@elizabethfauvelle7524]

You sound so mean 😅

[@wandasays5438]

But why? Why do you film this video with an untidy background? You had time to think about it, so why?

[@jablondi]

Who cares!

[@theawkwardflightattendant]

Why post this comment? You had time to think about it

[@user-zm4fv3de5c]

When you have a busy lifestyle such as being a flight attendant. You work back to back trips. You come home, unpack, meal prep, catch up on sleep, spend time with family. Sometimes you just don’t have time to clean.

[@timkellyD2R]

How obnoxious! Get a life, or maybe get a job!

[@elijahcaon8094]

If you think this is messy you have not seen a messy room