What to do when an airline turns down your cabin crew application?

All of the flight attendants’ application tales are unique. It may have just taken one attempt for some people to become cabin crew. Many tries were required for some. Below are some suggestions on how to proceed after an airline rejects your application for cabin crew, for those of you who are still trying to break in.

Being a flight attendant has been your lifelong goal. You’ve determined that you meet all of the standards set forth: you’re of suitable height and weight, have no obviously disqualifying tattoos or medical conditions, can see nearly perfectly, etc. You applied for a position as cabin crew with the airline and sent in your résumé. You got the call for the airline impact interview and you couldn’t contain your elation.

You read my articles, watched YouTube tutorials, and chatted with fellow flight attendants for advice. The following day, you arrived at the impact interview location. After that, you waited for the outcomes, and then you got a shocker. The impact interview did not go well for you. It has been brought to your attention that you do not possess the necessary qualifications for the position you are applying for. So what do you do since the airline has turned down your application for a cabin crew position?

Many would give up at this point if they were trying to become a cabin crew member. Many people who did not make it may simply hunt for other employment, but others will harbor resentment and refuse to move on. Some people are so concentrated on giving up that they’ll never even try to fly, but there are others who are just as dedicated and eager to get their wings.

It hurts to be rejected, especially by the airline. You’ll be glad to know that this is just a momentary setback. You shouldn’t give up on becoming cabin crew just because your application was turned down once.

What to do when an airline turns down your cabin crew application:

• When dealing with rejection, there are additional steps to take. Follow these guidelines and you’ll be better equipped to deal with rejection and get back on your feet.
• It’s important to keep in mind that the disappointment of being denied service by an airline or other organization is just momentary.
• First, you should go take a rest. A break is in order. Take some time to think about what just transpired and get some exercise outside. Get out of town and do something rejuvenating like hiking a mountain or swimming in a pool.
• Think about how you got interested in being a flight attendant and where that interest came from. Be driven by a lofty goal. Think about how much you really want to work as a flight attendant.
• Don’t dwell on the bad. Avoid getting involved with anyone who can tempt you away from your goal of becoming a cabin crew member. They’re unnecessary for you. Instead, surround yourself with people who will encourage you on your path to becoming a flight attendant.
• Consider what went wrong and learn from it. Think back on the interview and try to pinpoint your mistakes. It is recommended that you always analyze what transpired, as many airlines will not inform you why you did not make your flight.
• Recognize the truth and own your faults. If something goes wrong on your flight, don’t point fingers at other passengers or the airline. You should instead come to terms with the fact that setbacks are a normal part of life. Accept setbacks as stepping stones rather than roadblocks.
• Don’t get hung up on the problems that can arise as a result of focusing on a potential solution. If you want to do better next time, try writing down some ideas about how to do so.
• Practice. Check your progress in the mirror to see if you’ve improved.
• Just try to adopt a more optimistic outlook. Alter what must be altered. Only three things in this life are certain to you after you’re born: change, taxes, and death.
• Send in another application right away. Congratulations if you make it, and keep working to better yourself. Keep on learning new things. Before you can become cabin staff, you must first complete the training process, which is far more difficult. If you don’t make it past the initial round of recruitment, try again from the beginning.

I wish the future flight attendant the best of luck.