Career as an Air Hostess
Main job of an air hostess is to maintain safety and security of the passengers. It helps the passengers on board and looks after their need and makes every effort to make their journey comfortable.
How do I reach my goal !Step 1: You can opt for any stream in 10+2.
Step 2: Graduation in any subject is definitely an added advantage
Step 3: It is better if you also enroll in a foreign language course as that will help you with a job in a foreign airlines
Step 4: You can enroll in an airhostess training academy
Step 5: You can start working after your graduation. Some airlines have a written test based on general knowledge and aptitude and an interview round as well. Some airlines recruit only through interview.
Do you have it in you
- Ability to look pleasant and cheerful, no matter what the pressure could be at home or at the work place
- Ability to remain calm and patient under any circumstance
- Erratic and long working hours
- Ability to stay fit and having good eyesight is essential
Pros and Cons of an Air Hostess
Pros
- A well playing job where you can start early
- Get to fly all around the country and if employed with international airlines, you can also fly all around the world
- Flexible working hours
Cons
- Odd working hours which means you have to adjust to new timetable with every new schedule
- Fatigue and boredom might set in after traveling for long hours
- Less time for family and friends
- Demands long working hours especially for international flights
PerksStarting salary for freshers is good. One can expect anything from Rs 20,000 to Rs 25, 000 per month. A head flight attendant can earn anything up to Rs 60,000 per month depending upon the years of experience and organization.
Air Hostess Training Institutes in India
- Air Hostess Academy
- Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training
- Avalon Academy for Aviation
Where Can you Work
- Private commercial airlines
- Government Carrier (Air India, Indian Airlines)
- Hotels and other service industries
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FAQsIs graduation compulsory for becoming an air hostess?Yes, it has become the minimum eligibility criteria for most airlines. It is however, not compulsory to have an honours degree in graduation.
Do I need to know a foreign language?Knowledge of a foreign language is not essential but desirable. You will be at an advantage if you apply in foreign languages.
Is training compulsory for an air-hostess job?No it is not compulsory but almost all airlines expect a basic knowledge of training among prospective air hostesses. However, individual airlines provide training to all new recruits.
Do I need to be very beautiful to be an air-hostess?Not, absolutely not. It's a misconception that one needs to be beautiful and glamorous to become an air hostess. You need to have good communication skills and a pleasant personality.
