The Perks of a Flight Attendant
Holidays is usually specifically difficult for flight attendants. I just flew with a flight attendant who has been on reserve status for the past 5 years, frequently light hearted and bubbly she was stressed and anxious. Not surprised, it’s that time of year in the airline industry. When most people are gearing up to invest time with their loved ones airline staff are struggling to locate time with their households. I don’t forget lots of years celebrating Thanksgiving on the Wednesday prior to and telling myself it’s just each day! But, it by no means failed, when “that” day rolled about and scheduling got a hold of me I always felt sad, like I was missing something! But, when on my assigned trip my crew inevitably became “family” and our hotels way more sometimes than not take quite really good care of us and have a vacation spread waiting for us! In honor of Thanksgiving I thought I would take a moment and ask my crew members what they may be thankful for as flight attendants. Here is what some had to say: