A Day In The Life Of A Flight Attendant
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A Day In The Life Of A Flight Attendant
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Author : Harriet Hains
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001
A Day In The Life Of A Flight Attendant written by Harriet Hains and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Flight attendants categories.
Working The Skies
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Author : Drew Whitelegg
language : en
Publisher: NYU Press
Release Date : 2007-06-01
Working The Skies written by Drew Whitelegg and has been published by NYU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-06-01 with Social Science categories.
Get ready for takeoff. The life of the flight attendant, a.k.a., stewardess, was supposedly once one of glamour, exotic travel and sexual freedom, as recently depicted in such films as Catch Me If You Can and View From the Top. The nostalgia for the beautiful, carefree and ever helpful stewardess perhaps reveals a yearning for simpler times, but nonetheless does not square with the difficult, demanding and sometimes dangerous job of today's flight attendants. Based on interviews with over sixty flight attendants, both female and male labor leaders, and and drawing upon his observations while flying across the country and overseas, Drew Whitelegg reveals a much more complicated profession, one that in many ways is the quintessential job of the modern age where life moves at record speeds and all that is solid seems up in the air. Containing lively portraits of flight attendants, both current and retired, this book is the first to show the intimate, illuminating, funny, and sometimes dangerous behind-the-scenes stories of daily life for the flight attendant. Going behind the curtain, Whitelegg ventures into first-class, coach, the cabin, and life on call for these men and women who spend week in and week out in foreign cities, sleeping in hotel rooms miles from home. Working the Skies also elucidates the contemporary work and labor issues that confront the modern worker: the demands of full-time work and parenthood; the downsizing of corporate America and the resulting labor lockouts; decreasing wages and hours worked; job insecurity; and the emotional toll of a high stress job. Given the events of 9/11, flight attendants now have an especially poignant set of stressful concerns to manage, both for their own safety as well as for those they serve, the passengers. Flight attendants, originally registered nurses charged with attending to passengers' medical needs, now find themselves wearing the hats of therapist, security guard and undercover agent. This last set of tasks pushing some, as Whitelegg shows, out of the business altogether.
Life Story Of A Flight Attendant
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Author : Kevin Meyer
language : en
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Release Date : 2017-09-25
Life Story Of A Flight Attendant written by Kevin Meyer and has been published by Xlibris Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-25 with Family & Relationships categories.
This is a story of a flight attendant who works very hardsometimes more than forty hours a weekfor one of the biggest airlines in the world. The stories written here are mostly from her day-to-day life and work. However, the characters in this book are not real, and any resemblance to real persons is purely coincidental. She grew up as one of the five girls in their house. She was the prettiest among them, and that caused certain jealousy among other sisters and sometimes became a problem for her. All the sisters had one common talent that they shared. Constantly and perfectly lying was an everyday, natural behavior. Sometimes, they had to lie to survive the moment or to get what they needed or wanted. When she was growing, her biggest problem was her father. Her father, for some reason unbeknownst to her, was much more rough on her than on the other sisters. He was a ruthless and violent man. He had no mercy when he began to beat his daughters. She had never known why she was being punished, and he never knew how much it hurt her. This propelled her to other mennot for any other purpose but to catch the opportunity to punish those men just like her father punished her. She did this in the form of taking their money, lying to them, leaving them with empty hope, cheating, and if it took having sex with them, she did not hesitate. It was not for her own pleasure of sex, but her pleasure was coming from her attempt to punish the men. Some of her behavior may be perceived as immoral, unethical, or not acceptable; however, for her, any transgression had a specific mission to punish men. Every time she accomplished this, it was a slap to her fathers face, or she was preventing his slap to her face. Many of these actions were placed in her subconscious, driving her without thinking and planning. She does it just because she can do it. Her job and lifestyle gave her ample opportunity to find a man and achieve her goal of punishing them. She used her beauty, charm, sex appeal, and whatever else it took to get her next prey. Sometimes she took money from them, sometimes she had sex with them, and sometimes she led them to a finish line that never existed.
Flight Attendant
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Author : Alison Cooper
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1990
Flight Attendant written by Alison Cooper and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990 with Flight attendants categories.
Flight Attendants Lost In The Line Of Duty
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Author : B. Elizabeth Chabot
language : en
Publisher: FriesenPress
Release Date : 2018-07-10
Flight Attendants Lost In The Line Of Duty written by B. Elizabeth Chabot and has been published by FriesenPress this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-10 with Transportation categories.
“The pilots were attempting to return to Honolulu but with the failure of both engines on the right wing of the UAL 747, combined with massive structural damage, there was a very real possibility that they would be required to ditch. The thought of ditching into the ocean in the dark of night is daunting. The flight attendants could have secured themselves in their jump seats but instead stood in the aisles to prepare their passengers. The roar of the air rushing by at a speed of 190 to 200 knots was deafening in the cabin. The flight attendants could only “mime” the instructions for passengers to look at their Safety Cards and to demonstrate the donning of life vests.” “The Aloha 737 was severely damaged, literally now a convertible and was in emergency descent with speeds of 280 to 290 knots. The roar of the wind was deafening. The forward flight attendant had been sucked out of the cabin as it ruptured. The aft flight attendant was seriously injured. The mid flight attendant, suffering minor injuries and being the only one able, rather than securing herself in her jump seat, she crawled up and down the aisle calming her passengers and assisting the injured.” Flight Attendants Lost offers a fascinating look into what went on inside the airplane from actual aircraft accident and incident case studies spanning decades and countries. The book covers the intense training, the ongoing vigilance, the behind the scenes team work and the committed actions of flight attendants in emergency situations. It uncovers the complexities of aircraft safety design and makes sense of the reasons behind safety rules and regulations making this book an educational must read for air travellers. Flight Attendants Lost is not only an eye-opener but is a reassuring read that will make you look at flying differently. It is also a beautifully written memorial tribute to the hundreds of flight attendants who, over the years, have given their lives In the Line of Duty.
Red Lipstick No Drama
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Author : Beth Ann Morrison
language : en
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
Release Date : 2024-05-20
Red Lipstick No Drama written by Beth Ann Morrison and has been published by Dorrance Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-05-20 with Travel categories.
Red Lipstick, No Drama is a humorous look into the world of flight attendants—the role, responsibilities, lifestyle, and challenges. Based on anecdotes from a real-life flight attendant, these stories reveal the unpredictability of flying, from celebrity sightings to unruly customers, all in a day’s work. For those who have flight attendant experience, have worked in a customer-oriented industry or even those who think the job is merely a “waitress in the sky”, Red Lipstick, No Drama will be relatable, revealing, and laugh-out-loud funny. About the Author After parking her black roller bag and walking away from her life as a flight attendant, Beth Ann Morrison now leads a slower pace of life, running her own farm and herding her sheep with her husband in Iowa. She no longer wears red lipstick and both her husband and her sheep don't seem to mind. Beth Ann also now enjoys traveling, playing the organ, reading, taking golf lessons, and country dancing with her husband.
The Essential Guide To Flight Attendant School And Surviving Life As A New Hire
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Author : Amber Ripp
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2010-02-19
The Essential Guide To Flight Attendant School And Surviving Life As A New Hire written by Amber Ripp and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-02-19 with Education categories.
A career advice guide to being a flight attendant, including an in-depth description and overview of the flight attendant training process and guide to living as a new hire flight attendant.
Cruising Attitude
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Author : Heather Poole
language : en
Publisher: Harper Collins
Release Date : 2012-03-06
Cruising Attitude written by Heather Poole and has been published by Harper Collins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03-06 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Real-life flight attendant Heather Poole has written a charming and funny insider’s account of life and work in the not-always-friendly skies. Cruising Attitude is a Coffee, Tea, or Me? for the 21st century, as the author parlays her fifteen years of flight experience into a delightful account of crazy airline passengers and crew drama, of overcrowded crashpads in “Crew Gardens” Queens and finding love at 35,000 feet. The popular author of “Galley Gossip,” a weekly column for AOL’s award-winning travel website Gadling.com, Poole not only shares great stories, but also explains the ins and outs of flying, as seen from the flight attendant’s jump seat.
My Airline Years
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Author : Leenie P. Mcphearson
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2015-11-19
My Airline Years written by Leenie P. Mcphearson and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-19 with categories.
First Day It is my first day on the job as a new flight attendant. We have finished serving, and I am sitting in the last row reflecting on 'where I am." I look forward and see the No Smoking-Fasten Seat Belt Signs; I see the tops of passenger heads in their seats; I see someone walking toward the back of the plane headed for the bathroom. I am thinking, "Wow, I am in charge of this plane and the passengers - my airline has put me here and trusts me to perform my duties. That includes not only serving, but also (and more importantly) to evacuate this jet in a survivable emergency! I CAN DO THIS! On every trip, I meet some new airline crews, and I know I have found my niche. I love the chat with some of the passengers. I am on a short flight (50 min airtime), and I notice a passenger on an aisle seat working a New York Times Crossword Puzzle. My comment, "I wish I could work that puzzle, it's over my head." 40 minutes later, doing the landing check, I noticed he had completed the puzzle. "Good job" I said. This book does contain some racy stories, along with sad, emergency and sexual stories. It is now about one month into my exciting, new career. Looking toward the back of the airplane and see a man and a woman both go into a bathroom. Hmmm, what is that all about? They came out a bit disheveled, and I learned from the other flight attendants that the couple now belongs to the Mile High Club, or simply 'sex in the bathroom'. I'm thinking, "In that extremely small, smelly space?" Whatever! A passenger commented, "What a rush that must be!" Cute Pilot Still new in my career, I am meeting some cute, young pilots. It certainly is not unheard of for airline crews to date, but how about a hot fling with a married pilot? I met Aaron, and we were scheduled to fly together for the month. On every flight, and on our layovers, we were definitely flirting, to say the least. On one of our layovers, Aaron asked me to join him in the hotel hot tub before retiring for the evening. It was a very nice hotel with a great pool and inviting hot tub. I knew where this was leading, and I was excited; I wanted to have an evening with him (no one around and no alcohol) just passion. We went to his room after the hot tub, and I slowly took-off my bathing suit and his suit as well. The next several hours were everything I had expected, and more. Aaron had a great body and was certainly well-endowed. My new friend, Aaron, knew all the right moves to make me happy. We continued with hot, lusty sex for at least three hours; I returned to my room as a happy girl. I'm sure I looked tired in the morning. We met as a crew in the hotel lobby to return to the airport. I remember the Captain smiling at me, and continuing to smile throughout the trip. Thankfully no comment was made; guess what? Adorable Aaron signed-up to fly another month with me. So, the excitement and passion was repeated a couple more times. Aaron created a very special memory for me; one that I will never forget. Do you think that experience is a rare one for flight crews? Think again. Having a nice, clean room ready and waiting is just too tempting for many, certainly not all. Being young and having a few sleepless nights, I can handle. My Company relies on me to have due diligence on every flight. I tried to never let them down. I always valued the safety of my entire group of passengers above everything else. Enjoying my evenings on layovers, now that's a different story. So many stories, where do I start? Straight men, gay men, straight women, gay women, bi-sexual or whatever? They all exist; I will share with you some of those intricacies.
Turbulent Skies
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Author : Barbara Dorger
language : en
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Release Date : 2021-06-29
Turbulent Skies written by Barbara Dorger and has been published by Xlibris Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-29 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
TURBULENT SKIES is an intimate portrait of the author’s professional life over a period of nearly four decades. It describes from an insider’s perspective the thrill of being in one of the most exciting career fields for women in the 1960s and 1970’s – an airline stewardess. It captures in a unique way the fun and glamour of a way of life, which the author has dubbed “the wave” -- a wave of freedom and excitement that carried those lucky enough to be chosen for this profession forward through the years. But times change, and the author poignantly chronicles the toll of time as business realities forced changes in the airline industry and transitioned the job from “what it was” to “what it is” today. She further captures the national tragedy that occurred on September 11, 2001 and details the impact that terrible day had on the industry most directly affected by the events. She offers a deeply moving personal tribute to the flight crew heroes on those tragic United and American flights. The years following 9-11-01 saw crisis after crisis in the airline industry, which eventually resulted in a Chapter 11 bankruptcy for United Air Lines, one of the world’s largest commercial airlines. The difficulties brought on by the changing business times are chronicled in the lives and attitudes of those who labored in an industry fighting for survival. The author dissects her own physical and emotional agony over the course of the next two years that culminated in a premature retirement from the airline -- an action driven by a combination of physical ailments, a deteriorating work environment, an adversarial relationship between labor and management, and a concerted effort by the leadership of the bankrupt airline to drive out senior employees to achieve cost savings. She chronicles in a very personal way, the process she went through in coming to grips with this agonizing decision regarding the future and how she dealt with the significant life transition she subsequently endured. The book is written as a series of intimate personal thoughts and short stories, which span nearly 40 years. Readers will find themselves experiencing a range of emotions as they move through the episodes and thoughts in this book. At times, they will be amused, while at others, they will be deeply moved. The book concludes with a series of perspectives on the current business environment and offers insights for corporate management about how front line workers perceive their lives, their jobs, and the choices their management made for them -- regrettable choices that airline workers are paying for even today. It also offers suggestions to management on how things need to be improved for the future. While this book is written about the airline industry, it captures the emotional stress and frustration of many American workers in the depressed economy that followed the events of September 2001. Her insights will resonate with readers in a variety of professional fields.