Flight attendant | WPTI-X
Explore work that guides passengers, follows safety procedures, and provides service on aircraft.
Type code: POEM
Typical work
- Guide boarding and cabin procedures and respond to passenger questions.
- Follow in-flight safety procedures and communicate information in changing situations.
Useful skills
- Clear guidance and interpersonal communication
- Checking procedures and priorities in changing situations
Education and training research
- Read the BLS and O*NET work and preparation information and research each airline's training and selection process.
- Ask the airline of interest about the content and assessment of initial training.
Work environment questions
- Ask how preflight briefings, cabin safety procedures, and passenger service are divided during operations.
- Consider how irregular schedules and movement between airports affect the work routine.
Entry checks
- Review the airline's current postings and official training and hiring information.
- Verify local physical, security, language, and training requirements with the airline and relevant agencies.
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What the data supports
This profile supports only the occupation information and exploration prompts shown here from the official sources.
Limitations
This profile summarizes official BLS and O*NET occupation information for exploration. Education, training, work, and entry requirements can vary locally; verify them with local official agencies and employers. A WPTI-X type does not guarantee fit or hiring outcomes.
Official sources
Reviewed: 2026-09-15