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Flight Attendants

Monitor safety of the aircraft cabin. Provide services to airline passengers, explain safety information, serve food and beverages, and respond to emergency incidents.

Career Cluster:Supply Chain & Transportation
Job Family:Transportation and Material Moving
Job Zone:Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Industry:Transportation and Warehousing
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Key Tasks

  • Verify that first aid kits and other emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers and oxygen bottles, are in working order.
  • Announce and demonstrate safety and emergency procedures, such as the use of oxygen masks, seat belts, and life jackets.
  • Monitor passenger behavior to identify threats to the safety of the crew and other passengers.
  • Walk aisles of planes to verify that passengers have complied with federal regulations prior to takeoffs and landings.
  • Direct and assist passengers in emergency procedures, such as evacuating a plane following an emergency landing.
  • Prepare passengers and aircraft for landing, following procedures.
  • Administer first aid to passengers in distress.
  • Determine special assistance needs of passengers, such as small children, the elderly, or persons with disabilities.
  • Attend preflight briefings concerning weather, altitudes, routes, emergency procedures, crew coordination, lengths of flights, food and beverage services offered, and numbers of passengers.
  • Reassure passengers when situations, such as turbulence, are encountered.
  • Check to ensure that food, beverages, blankets, reading material, emergency equipment, and other supplies are aboard and are in adequate supply.
  • Announce flight delays and descent preparations.
  • Greet passengers boarding aircraft and direct them to assigned seats.
  • Prepare reports showing places of departure and destination, passenger ticket numbers, meal and beverage inventories, the conditions of cabin equipment, and any problems encountered by passengers.
  • Assist passengers entering or disembarking the aircraft.
  • Conduct periodic trips through the cabin to ensure passenger comfort and to distribute reading material, headphones, pillows, playing cards, and blankets.
  • Inspect and clean cabins, checking for any problems and making sure that cabins are in order.
  • Operate audio and video systems.
  • Answer passengers' questions about flights, aircraft, weather, travel routes and services, arrival times, or schedules.
  • Collect money for meals and beverages.
  • Heat and serve prepared foods.
  • Inspect passenger tickets to verify information and to obtain destination information.
  • Assist passengers in placing carry-on luggage in overhead, garment, or under-seat storage.
  • Take inventory of headsets, alcoholic beverages, and money collected.
  • Sell alcoholic beverages to passengers.

Skills

Speaking
78%
Active Listening
72%
Monitoring
72%
Social Perceptiveness
69%
Service Orientation
69%
Coordination
66%
Reading Comprehension
53%
Time Management
53%
Active Learning
53%
Critical Thinking
53%
Persuasion
50%
Writing
50%
Judgment and Decision Making
50%
Instructing
47%
Negotiation
47%
Complex Problem Solving
47%
Learning Strategies
44%
Management of Personnel Resources
38%
Operations Monitoring
35%
Quality Control Analysis
28%
Troubleshooting
25%
Mathematics
25%
Systems Analysis
25%
Operation and Control
25%
Systems Evaluation
25%
Management of Material Resources
22%
Management of Financial Resources
22%
Technology Design
19%
Operations Analysis
16%
Programming
10%
Science
10%
Repairing
0%
Installation
0%
Equipment Selection
0%
Equipment Maintenance
0%

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service
88%
Public Safety and Security
87%
English Language
86%
Transportation
62%
Psychology
59%
Geography
58%
Computers and Electronics
55%
Personnel and Human Resources
51%
Foreign Language
49%
Law and Government
48%
Education and Training
47%
Administration and Management
47%
Therapy and Counseling
47%
Communications and Media
46%
Medicine and Dentistry
46%
Sales and Marketing
44%
Sociology and Anthropology
42%
Administrative
31%
Telecommunications
31%
Food Production
30%
Engineering and Technology
28%
Mathematics
27%
Economics and Accounting
26%
Philosophy and Theology
25%
Design
23%
Production and Processing
22%
Physics
22%
Mechanical
21%
History and Archeology
15%
Chemistry
14%
Fine Arts
11%
Building and Construction
10%
Biology
8%

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Abilities

Oral Expression
75%
Speech Clarity
75%
Speech Recognition
72%
Oral Comprehension
72%
Problem Sensitivity
69%
Near Vision
69%
Deductive Reasoning
66%
Auditory Attention
56%
Information Ordering
56%
Perceptual Speed
53%
Far Vision
53%
Extent Flexibility
53%
Inductive Reasoning
53%
Selective Attention
53%
Category Flexibility
50%
Flexibility of Closure
50%
Trunk Strength
50%
Written Comprehension
50%
Gross Body Equilibrium
50%
Hearing Sensitivity
47%
Arm-Hand Steadiness
47%
Static Strength
47%
Time Sharing
47%
Written Expression
47%
Manual Dexterity
47%
Gross Body Coordination
47%
Originality
47%
Stamina
44%
Fluency of Ideas
44%
Finger Dexterity
44%
Multilimb Coordination
44%
Speed of Closure
44%
Visual Color Discrimination
38%
Response Orientation
31%
Number Facility
28%
Visualization
28%
Reaction Time
28%
Dynamic Strength
28%
Memorization
28%
Mathematical Reasoning
25%
Depth Perception
25%
Speed of Limb Movement
25%
Control Precision
25%
Explosive Strength
16%
Rate Control
16%
Wrist-Finger Speed
13%
Glare Sensitivity
13%
Night Vision
6%
Spatial Orientation
6%
Sound Localization
3%
Peripheral Vision
3%
Dynamic Flexibility
0%

Work Activities

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
95%
Getting Information
82%
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
81%
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
77%
Assisting and Caring for Others
77%
Handling and Moving Objects
76%
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
76%
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
76%
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
75%
Performing General Physical Activities
74%
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
72%
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
69%
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
65%
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
63%
Processing Information
63%
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
60%
Scheduling Work and Activities
59%
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
59%
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
52%
Analyzing Data or Information
50%
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
48%
Thinking Creatively
47%
Documenting/Recording Information
47%
Working with Computers
45%
Communicating with People Outside the Organization
43%
Training and Teaching Others
43%
Selling or Influencing Others
39%
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
39%
Developing Objectives and Strategies
36%
Developing and Building Teams
35%
Controlling Machines and Processes
32%
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
32%
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
31%
Coaching and Developing Others
30%
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
30%
Performing Administrative Activities
21%
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
16%
Staffing Organizational Units
14%
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
9%
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
9%
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
5%

Work Context

Health and Safety of Other Workers

How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?

99%

Public Speaking

How frequently does your job require public speaking (one speaker with an audience)?

99%

Contact With Others

How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?

97%

Deal With External Customers or the Public in General

How important is it to deal with external customers (as in retail sales) or the public in general (as in police work) in this job?

97%

Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

How often does this job require working indoors in an environmentally controlled environment (like a warehouse with air conditioning)?

97%

Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable

How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?

96%

Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams

How frequently does your job require face-to-face discussions with individuals and within teams?

93%

Physical Proximity

To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks physically close to other people?

93%

Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People

How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?

90%

Frequency of Decision Making

How often is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?

89%

Exposed to High Places

How often does this job require exposure to high places?

88%

Freedom to Make Decisions

How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?

88%

Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team

How important is it to work with or contribute to a work group or team in this job?

88%

Consequence of Error

How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not easily correctable?

87%

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results

What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer?

87%

Time Pressure

How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?

87%

E-Mail

How frequently does your job require you to use E-mail?

86%

Conflict Situations

How frequently are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?

85%

Exposed to Contaminants

How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?

85%

Exposed to Radiation

How often does this job require exposure to radiation?

82%

Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions

How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?

80%

Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers

How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?

80%

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?

79%

In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment

How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or operate enclosed equipment (like a car)?

79%

Spend Time Standing

How much does this job require standing?

77%

Exposed to Disease or Infections

How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?

76%

Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities

How important is it to coordinate or lead others (not as a supervisor or team leader) in accomplishing work activities in this job?

75%

Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals

How much freedom does the worker have in determining the tasks, priorities, or goals of the job?

73%

Spend Time Walking or Running

How much does this job require walking or running?

72%

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks

How important are continuous, repetitive, physical activities (like key entry) or mental activities (like checking entries in a ledger) to performing this job?

70%

Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body

How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?

67%

Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions

How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?

59%

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions

How much does this job require making repetitive motions?

59%

Exposed to Hazardous Conditions

How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?

58%

Exposed to Whole Body Vibration

How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (like operating a jackhammer or earth moving equipment)?

58%

Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures

How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?

57%

Telephone Conversations

How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?

54%

Exposed to Hazardous Equipment

How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?

52%

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance

How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?

51%

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls

How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?

51%

Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling

How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?

48%

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets

How often does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats or life-jackets?

48%

Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People

How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?

45%

Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions

How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?

43%

Level of Competition

To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?

42%

Work Schedules

How regular are the work schedules for this job?

39%

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment

How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)

36%

Spend Time Sitting

How much does this job require sitting?

35%

Degree of Automation

How automated is the job?

33%

Written Letters and Memos

How frequently does your job require written letters and memos?

33%

Duration of Typical Work Week

Number of hours typically worked in one week.

32%

Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings

How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?

32%

Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection

How often does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?

30%

Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled

How often does this job require working in an environment that is not environmentally controlled (like a warehouse without air conditioning)?

21%

Outdoors, Under Cover

How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (like in an open shed)?

19%

Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles

How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, poles, etc.?

10%

In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment

How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or operating equipment (like a tractor)?

2%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

70%

Bachelor's degree

12%

Some college, no degree

10%

Interests

Conventional

Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or hum

60

Realistic

Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, t

55

Social

Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.

52

Enterprising

Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertis

41

Investigative

Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the f

17

Artistic

Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts,

1

Work Styles

Dependability
98%
Attention to Detail
88%
Cooperation
88%
Self-Control
88%
Stress Tolerance
85%
Cautiousness
82%
Social Orientation
80%
Adaptability
72%
Empathy
72%
Integrity
72%
Optimism
69%
Perseverance
66%
Self-Confidence
59%
Sincerity
58%
Initiative
42%
Tolerance for Ambiguity
41%
Humility
40%
Leadership Orientation
34%
Achievement Orientation
28%
Intellectual Curiosity
6%

Work Values

Relationships
89%
Support
83%
Working Conditions
64%
Independence
61%
Achievement
45%
Recognition
33%

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