Flight Attendant

If you've ever dreamed of traveling the world and getting paid for it, a career as a flight attendant may be for you! Flight attendants help keep passengers comfortable, safe, and informed. Learn all about the training that flight attendants must have-and how much they must know about all aspects of an airplane-before they can earn their wings. Find out just what you need to take off in this exciting career.

Children's Literature

Do you enjoy flying? Many people dream about traveling the world and flight attendants have the opportunity to do this in real life. Since the 1920s, flight attendants have seen the world while serving the needs of customers. Flight attendants help people by making travel enjoyable and comfortable. Most importantly, they make sure passengers are safe and informed. In the event of an emergency, flight attendants must stay calm and collected. Flight attendants give instructions and help with safety equipment. To be a flight attendant in the United States, you must be at least eighteen years old and an American citizen. It is also helpful if you speak a foreign language. While many people think flight attendants are there to serve drinks, they are really there to save lives. Men and women from diverse backgrounds enjoy working as flight attendants around the world. Young readers will enjoy exploring the day-to-day lives of flight attendants in this well written, informative book. Reviewer: Suzanna E. Henshon, Ph.D.