Yes, you should pursue your dream to become a flight attendant one day! I do understand that some of you may be having second thoughts due to others trying to discourage you, or maybe you are facing some challenges.
The aviation industry is now making a stronger-than-expected comeback due to revenge travel. More countries are opening up their borders and travel restrictions have been lessened. Airports are packed again and airlines are increasing capacity.
More airlines are hiring flight attendants once again
Just lately all our local airlines have opened their doors once again to those who want to become their flight attendants. This is regardless if you are experienced or not. Contrary to what others said that “aviation is a short-term career”, it is not!
The flight attendant career is also a very beautiful one and is one of the most desired jobs in the world. Imagine, getting paid to travel the world? Despite that the nature of a flight attendant’s job centers on safety which mean securing lives literally, its benefits are something why many want to pursue this career.
10 reasons to pursue your flight attendant goal
I now give you ten compelling reasons why you should pursue this dream of your to be a flight attendant. Amidst all that is being said about this career, I give you more reasons why you should chase this.
- Travel and tourism industry is making a strong comeback
The travel and tourism industry is essential in the development of a country’s economy. Today, revenge travel has brought so much vibrance to the travel and tourism industry. Hotels are packed, airline forward bookings are filled, airport runways are packed, and flights are full. Being in this career is long-term. The pandemic may have proven to be a challenge but it did not stop the industry from rising and crew members from earning their wings again.
- Nothing is impossible for as long as you work hard and pray for it
Becoming a cabin crew can be very difficult but very doable. You may face challenges along the way but do not allow this to ruin your dream. Challenges may just be there to teach you important lessons to make you a better person in the future. Do not forget that Rome was never built in a day.
- Only in aviation will you be able to enjoy a lunch in Singapore then dinner in Japan
What other jobs will pay you to travel and see the world? Imagine going to places you only saw on Google or in storybooks! Yes, this is one of the biggest reasons why many want to be flight attendants. You are paid to see the world. Others pay to travel while you are paid to travel.
- You are part of the service industry
There is nothing like being of service to others. The fulfillment of uniting families and second to none. You touch lives when you help and be there for others. As Woodrow Wilson once said, “There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed.”
- You are trained to be a multi-tasker
Flight attendants are also known as safety custodians and safety professionals while being customer service oriented. You are trained to do CPR, fight fires, use medical equipment, swim in deep waters while saving lives, and evacuate hundreds of passengers in less than 90 seconds. At the same time, you are also trained to serve your passengers and to ensure their comfort inflight. Yes, you play a lot of roles as a flight attendant. You end up carrying this trait to the ground.
- The uniforms are just so fashionable
Airlines tap on fashion designers and spend a lot of stash on flight attendant uniforms. They are designed to make their flight attendants look good and to project the branding very well. There was a time when Philippine Airlines itself had to tap the services of Pitoy Moreno and Christian Espiritu for their cabin crew uniforms.
- The benefits of free travels for your loved ones
Not only do you travel for free, but so can your family and loved ones. Imagine bringing your family to far places which you only dreamt of seeing before. While we would love to walk the streets of New York with workmates, it is also nice to be there with family.
- Aviation is a need
Riding an airplane is no longer a luxury, but it is a need. Goodbye, are the days when you had the option to take other means of transportation to go see far places. Travel is now made faster and safer with aviation. Interconnectivity is very important for all. It is a need. Hence, your cabin crew career is not a fad nor is it short-term.
- You deal with different passengers everyday and they teach you a lot of lessons in life
As a cabin crew, you deal with different passengers who share a unique stories. Some are traveling for leisure, some for work, some to be united with their families, and for some, due to an unfortunate event. No matter what, these passengers share a different story which teaches us so much about life. You learn to appreciate where you are, what you do, and most especially, the life you live.
- Travel is essential for our well-being
Seeing new places, learning about different cultures, and dealing with different people are good for us. Not only does it help us unwind from our hectic lives, but we get to see a wider perspective on the world we live in. We get to understand our own culture, and we get to appreciate those of others. Travel opens our minds, and is very essential for us to appreciate the world we live in.
Shun-away discouragement
Other people may discourage you from pursuing your goal to be a flight attendant but guess what, you have the option not to listen to them. If this is what your life is, then focus on this career. Do all to achieve your cabin crew dream. Do not allow others to control your life.
Pursue that flight attendant dream. This is a long-term career that will really help you grow as an individual.
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!
