Flight Attendant Salary Basics - Part II

Part II of a discussion on how you are paid as a flight attendant.

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Flight Attendant Salary Basics - Part I

A discussion on how you are paid as a flight attendant.

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What to Expect at New-Hire Training

Once the euphoria of getting hired wears off, it is very common for anxiety about new-hire training to set in. We have received several member e-mails about when tests are given, what scores are required, how much to prepare before training, etc. We reiterate here what we have been telling you all along. Don't worry! You will be trained by professionals on everything you need to know.

Training usually takes place at the airline's training center and typically lasts from three to six weeks. Classes are usually made up of between 30 and 100 trainees and run from approximately 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Accommodations and some meals and expense money are provided.

Subjects covered during training typically include:

City Codes
24-hour clock
Time computations (adding/subtracting hours and minutes)
Airline terminology
Cabin service
Company policy and procedures
Aircraft Familiarization
First Aid/CPR
Ditching
Evacuation drills/commands
Security/Bomb threats, etc.
Uniform regs.
FARs
Bidding/Reserve
Specific aircraft training
Non-specific aircraft training...etc.

Generally you will be given tests after each segment of training. Passing grades are typically 90%. Some airlines allow retakes. Some do not. For members, we recommend reviewing everything in the Evaluation Center and all terms in the Flight Attendant Dictionary.

It might also be helpful to practice airport codes (pick up a schedule) and practice adding time. You can check your answers by using the hours and minutes calculator that we have added to the site.

Gold Members should find our practice tests in the Training Center useful for preparing for flight attendant new-hire training. Many of them are typical tests that you will see during training.

You can also expect about 4 training flights with real passengers where you will perform your duties under the supervision of working flight attendants.

During the second or third week, you will be asked to fill out your "dream sheet" for base assignments which will be awarded later in the program, depending upon the needs of the airline.

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Overseas Flight Attendant Job Opportunities

The AirlineCareer.com free weekly ezine on flight attendant hiring information now reaches over 55,000 readers in 100 countries. Because of this, we receive many emails asking about overseas airline opportunities.

Here are two airlines worth taking a look at that are now actively recruiting flight attendants:

British Airways:

BA is hiring flight attendants for both Heathrow and Gatwick bases. Applicants must hold a valid E.U. Passport allowing unrestricted world-wide travel and the right to live and work within the E.U. with no time restrictions. For more information visit the BA website at: http://www.britishairwaysjobs.com/baweb1/?newms=info42

Emirates:

Dubai based Emirates is actively recruiting flight attendants from all over the world via ‘Open Days’ and ‘Global Assessment Days.’ Open Days are similar to Open House interviews in the US where applicants can show up at the designated time and place to learn more about the airline and possibly be interviewed and hired on the spot. Global Assessment Days, on the other hand, require an invitation and are by appointment only. To find out more about interview locations and opportunities at Emirates, visit their website: http://www.emiratesgroupcareers.com/

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Post Your Resume On Our New Job Board

We are pleased to announce the release of our new AirlineCareer.com Aviation Job Board. Under development for over a year, the new job board will now offer you the opportunity to search jobs and post resumes. The job board will not only be for flight attendants, but will also offer jobs in a variety of categories including pilot, mechanic, dispatcher, customer service, etc.

Here are some of the features of our new job board:

1. Post your resume using our resume builder and/or upload your existing resume with optional photo. Future plans also include YouTube video uploads. Once your resume is online, aviation employers will be able to find you through an advanced search.

2. Search for jobs that interest you. Jobs may be filtered based on category, location, type and description/keyword. You may also save jobs that interest you for future reference.

3. Sign up for email alerts for new job postings that interest you.

4. One-click online application with cover letter and Application Manager.

Our aim is to build our database of jobseekers and employers slowly since the job board will be in the Beta testing stage for a short period of time. We will initially be inviting our members to sign up for a free trial membership. We will also be inviting airlines and other aviation employers to sign up over the next few weeks.

We look forward to providing this much needed service to all of our members and other website visitors and hope that it will help bring recruiters and job seekers together.

To ensure that you are registered before airlines begin posting jobs, we invite you to sign up now and post your resume.

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If you have any difficulty with the new job board, please advise us at jobs@airlinecareer.com.

The Aviation Job Board Team

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Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)

During flight attendant new-hire training, you will be expected to be familiar with the Federal Aviation Regulations that pertain to your job. The AirlineCareer.com Training Center offers a study guide and interactive testing on FARs.

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions concerning FARs:

What Are FARs?

Federal Aviation Regulations are mandates from the FAA (Federal Aviation Agency) to ensure the safety and comfort of customers, as well as crewmembers. They are safety rules.

Do Flight Attendants need to Know FARs?

It is a flight attendant’s responsibility to be familiar with the various Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and to enforce them in a ‘customer-conscious’ manner. No, you are not expected to be ‘sky police’, but you are expected to ensure that customers understand and comply with all FARs. Your goal is to enforce the FARs without upsetting the customer. How do you accomplish that. By being diplomatic about enforcing the rules.

Who Enforces FAR Compliance?

So, who makes sure that you are making sure that everybody’s in compliance? You got it…the FAA!! Cabin Safety Specialists are employed by the FAA to ensure that every airline upholds the FARs, as well as the company policies in place to enforce them. While there are numerous Cabin Safety Specialists, there is usually one particular individual assigned to each airline. That person’s job includes investigating, reporting and processing regulatory matters for appropriate compliance, and recommending enforcement action.

Did you know that many FARs are developed from ‘lessons learned’ during accident and incident investigations? Others are created because potential safety hazards are recognized.

How Do I Study FARs?

Take some time to review all of the FARs applicable to your flight attendant duties and responsibilities. You will find that many of your day-to-day duties fall under an FAR guideline.

In the AirlineCareer.com Training Center, we have paraphrased many of the FARs that apply to you, with real world examples, but we have also provided a quick link to the FAA site with the complete listing of FARs. If you want to read further about any particular FAR, just click on the FAR link.

Many FARs requite that certain announcements be made. For more specifics on FAA mandated announcements, go to the individual FAR and review the PA Announcement section of the Training Center.

If you feel overwhelmed, don’t. Just remember, if you are complying with your particular airline’s policies, you are meeting and often exceeding the FAR. 100% compliance is your insurance.

Are FARs the Same at All Airlines?

The FARs are the same, but the airline’s particular procedures to enforce them may be slightly different. Your PA announcement, for example, about portable electronic devices, may vary from airline to airline, but the required content will be the same. So, by understanding the FARs, you will understand the reasons for performing your duties, regardless of the way it is done by a particular airline.

Our FAR study and testing material is not airline specific and is not intended to be a replacement for individual airline policies and procedures. Those will be taught in new-hire training. This comprehensive FAR review should be used as a guideline for understanding the rules that govern flight attendant duties and responsibilities.

Will I be Tested on FARs?

At new-hire training, you will be given self-study and classroom instruction on FARs. Many of the FARs are taught by using actual scenarios and recommended FAR enforcement strategies. Once you have reviewed all of the FARs, you will then be tested on all areas of study. Remember, in ground school, you will need to score at least a 90% on the test.

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Airline Profile: Allegiant Air

Allegiant Travel pledges to serve the vacation needs of residents of more than 50 small US cities. Through Allegiant Air, the company provides nonstop service to tourist destinations such as Las Vegas and Orlando, Florida, from places such as Abilene, Texas; Fargo, North Dakota; and Toledo, Ohio. Besides scheduled service, Allegiant Air offers charter flights for casino operator Harrah's and other customers. Sister company Allegiant Vacations works with partners to allow customers to book hotel rooms and rental cars with their airline tickets.

Year Founded
1997

Parent Company
Allegiant Travel Company, LLC

Internet Address
http://www.allegiantair.com

Common Stock Symbol
NASDAQ: ALGT

Headquarters
Las Vegas, NV

Operating Revenues($mil.)
243.4 (2006)

Senior Management
Maurice J. Gallagher (President/CEO)

Hubs
Las Vegas, Reno, Orlando/Sanford, St. Petersburg/Tampa, Phoenix/Mesa,Ft. Lauderdale.

Hiring Flight Attendants?
Yes

Crew Domiciles
Las Vegas, Reno, Laughlin, Bellingham, Orlando/Sanford, Ft. Lauderdale, St. Petersburg, Tunica, Phoenix/Mesa.

Total Destinations
Total: 58

Employees
Total: 1046

Type Aircraft Flown
MD-80

Total aircraft in operating fleet
35

Average age of fleet
17.8 years.

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