FEAR is an acronym that stands for False Evidence Appearing Real. It is normal to have these fears, but we must learn to overcome them in order to move forward. Flight attendant aspirants experience these fears as well, but they do not let them deter them from pursuing their dream of becoming cabin crew. As a result, I will now discuss how to overcome the fears that are preventing you from pursuing your cabin crew goal.
Here are ten common fears among our aspiring cabin crew members, as well as tips on how to overcome them. However, I must emphasize that being a cabin crew member is not for everyone. It is also worth noting that airlines have strict and stringent requirements and standards for all those interested in pursuing such a career. It is best to truly adjust to those standards and give things a shot. We must step outside of our comfort zones in order to grow.
Here are the main concerns that prevent cabin crew aspirants from pursuing their dream.
Past rejections
Some people give up after the first rejection, believing that it is not meant to be. If you really want to be a cabin crew member, figure out why you were turned down, make changes, and try again. Continue to try until you get it right. Just figure out what went wrong and do everything you can to stay within the rules. There are a lot of cabin crew who have been rejected more than 20 times and you can guess where they are now.
Age
Some believe they are too young, such as 19 years old, or too old, such as 30 years old, especially after seeing the airline age requirements. As a result, they decide not to pursue their dreams of becoming cabin crew because they believe they are too young. Airline age requirements vary, and I recommend that you not only inquire with individual airlines, but also send your resume. Who knows, you might be too old, but they see something special in you that will make you a valuable asset.
Weight and Height
For a variety of reasons, airlines have specific height and weight requirements. Height for females is typically 5’3″ and 5’5″ for males, while weight must be proportionate to height. Some airlines check BMI, or Body Mass Index. Aspiring cabin crew who do not meet the weight and height requirements give up. Some airlines allow shorter heights than the general rule because they only fly turboprops. There are also those who prefer arm reach over height. So, once again, inquire.
Beauty
Some believe they must be “pretty” in order to work as cabin crew, but because they do not believe they are as “pretty” as they believe, they give up. Being “pretty” is a highly subjective concept. Be self-assured and don’t let previous opinions from others dampen your spirits. Just the basics must be considered, such as a good set of teeth and flawless skin, for which you can always seek assistance from a dentist or dermatologist in order to meet the standards of the airlines. It is never necessary to have a specific skin tone.
Educational attainment
In reality, any college degree will suffice, but some aspiring cabin crew members do not pursue their dreams because they have never taken a tourism or cabin crew course. It is not necessary to have graduated from a cabin crew school to become a flight attendant. I recommend that you constantly read the airline requirements.
Marital status and children
This is a very contentious subject. If we were still in the 1950s and 1960s, there would be no hope if you were married or had children, but we now live in a modern era where many airlines are less stringent about being married or having children before pursuing a cabin crew career. Yes, it may be stated in the requirements that the candidate must be single, but give it a shot and, once again, check with the specific airlines by calling or sending them an email.
Scars and birthmarks
Another concern of aspiring cabin crew is that their scar or birthmark is a hindrance. You can still use concealer or, if you really want to, consult with a dermatologist, but please don’t let this stop you. However, there are numerous cabin crew members who have visible birthmarks. It is also dependent on the airline.
Previous job experience.
Some people believe that prior cabin crew experience is required. To be honest, we’ve seen first-time riders and people who had never even been close to an aircraft become cabin crew members. Though previous airline experience would be advantageous, most airlines have two sets of training programs. One is for new cabin crew with no experience, and the other is for those with years of flying experience.
Not being able to adapt to the cabin crew life.
We always go over the benefits and drawbacks of being a cabin crew, the difficulties they all face, the challenges they face on actual flights, and the rewards of being a flight attendant. To be honest, if you have this fear, this job may not be for you. If you truly want to be a cabin crew member, you must be willing to adapt and adjust to everything, be able to face challenges, and enjoy the job’s rewards. Remember, whatever you think and say is correct!
Discouragement from others
Some aspirants are afraid to pursue their cabin crew dreams because their loved ones will disapprove or because others will disparage the profession. You have the option to listen to them or not. First and foremost, we should not live our lives in order to impress every soul. Don’t go through life trying to impress others. Instead, pursue what makes you happy and fulfilled.
So, how do we overcome these anxieties? Go ahead and try it! Close your eyes and bring your comfort zones to the surface. Have faith and believe in yourself. Nothing is out of reach. We are all built to win.
In general, remember that FEAR stands for False Evidence Appearing Real. There’s no harm in trying again and again. Also, PLEASE READ EVERYTHING. READING IS EVERYTHING in cabin crew training, so please read everything first before asking as your answer may be right under your nose. If you have specific airline questions, you may also contact the airlines directly.
Have faith in God, and understand that FEAR simply stands for False Evidence Appearing Real. What you are thinking about is what is separating you from your goal.
Go after that cabin crew goal and don’t allow your fears to stop you.
First love never dies. I fell in love with airplanes and aviation when I was a kid. My dream was to become a pilot, but destiny led me to another path: to be an aviation digital media content creator and a small business owner. My passion for aviation inspires me to bring you quality content through my website and social accounts. Aviation is indeed in my blood and blog!
