Passenger planes of Swiss airlines stand on the tarmac at Zurich Airport. Sean Gallup/Getty Images Swiss Airlines says a flight attendant has died after the plane they were on filled with smoke. The incident took place on flight LX 1885 on Dec. 23. The flight was headed from Bucharest to Zurich when it had to … Read more
Occasionally when flying, getting luggage in the plane’s overhard locker is not always as simple, with many wondering why there are no cabin crew coming to assist when in this predicament. A flight attendant has now shared the ‘real reasons’ why cabin crew do not lift bags into the overhead lockers for passengers. Kat Kamalani, … Read more
First-class airline passengers expect to be waited on hand and foot by flight attendants. They especially don’t want to spot a bed bug climbing up their leg. One unfortunate flyer found a bed bug on themselves during an American Airlines flight earlier this week from LaGuardia Airport in New York to Detroit Metro Airport. The … Read more
Photo: Urbanandsport/NurPhoto (Getty Images) A Turkish Airlines flight diverted to New York on Wednesday morning after the captain collapsed and died onboard. The carrier’s Airbus A350 was scheduled to fly from Seattle to Istanbul over and 11-hour flight, however the crew declared an emergency over the Canadian Arctic four hours into the flight and began … Read more
Ever found yourself wrestling with your luggage in the overhead bin on a plane, wondering why the cabin crew isn’t swooping in to assist? Well wonder no more, as flight attendant Cierra Mistt has taken to TikTok to spill some “flight attendant secrets” she reckons most flyers are oblivious to – including why they won’t … Read more
A former flight attendant has revealed which passengers are the most troublesome on flights. Skye Taylor, 49, from Southampton, worked as a stewardess for 16 years on low cost airlines and then at Virgin Atlantic. Speaking to MailOnline, she was asked who caused her most grief when she worked in the industry. She said: “The … Read more
Being a flight attendant is a challenging yet crucial role. Besides ensuring passengers board the plane safely, and are comfortable during their journey, they also need to remain vigilant. While it’s essential to ensure passengers aren’t overly intoxicated or unwell to fly, there’s one particular aspect they need to be cautious about. TikTok user @itsmekikooooo, … Read more
Ever wondered what it’s like to be married to a pilot? Now you no longer need to. A woman on TikTok has achieved viral fame, gaining more than 180,000 likes, by shedding some light on her matrimonial life with a pilot. It struck a chord with many because it was so relatable. The assumed benefits … Read more
A flight attendant has revealed three things “you should never do on a plane” if you want to stay safe. A TUI flight attendant, known as ‘mrsmiva’ on TikTok, shares advice and insights into crew life. She advises her followers on “3 things you should never do on a plane”. Don’t wear shorts or a … Read more
Whether or not you’re a fan of flying, most of us have probably experienced turbulence. It is a pretty common thing when travelling. However, one British Airways flight attendant has revealed her tips for nervous flyers, including which seats to avoid if you’re prone to getting stressed out. Speaking to Ocean Florida, she said: “Nervous … Read more
