Can I be cabin crew at 4ft 11?

Most airlines have height requirements for safety reasons, making sure that all flight attendants can reach overhead safety equipment. Typically, the acceptable height for this is 150 to 185 cm (4 ft 11 in to 6 ft 1 in) tall. Some airlines, such as EVA Air, have height requirements for purely aesthetic purposes.



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Flight Attendant Education Requirements
Everyday Aviation notes that the main height requirement is related to the ability to reach an overhead compartment. Since most overhead bins are between 72 and 84 inches tall, you could be as short as 4'11 and still perform the duties of the job.

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Height-wise, attendants should be between 5'2” and 6'3” without shoes. They do not allow facial piercings or visible tattoos – even if concealed. A high school degree is required, with 2 or more years of college preferred.

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Generally, a future cabin crew needs to be at least 157 cm tall.

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The height requirements for Flight Attendants varies across different airlines, but an average minimum height is around 157cm (5'2?) without shoes.

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Height-wise, attendants should be between 5'2” and 6'3” without shoes. They do not allow facial piercings or visible tattoos – even if concealed. A high school degree is required, with 2 or more years of college preferred.

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You'll find that most Flight Attendants are under 6'3? (190cm) to work comfortably in the aircraft. As a general rule, airlines accept applicants who are at a height of between 5'3? and 6'2? although this does vary between airlines so always check with the specific airline you want to apply for.

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Generally, the average height for cabin crew, depending on the airline is somewhere between minimum 155cm female and 170cm for Male .

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It's possible to see a 5-foot flight attendant on an airplane. Everyday Aviation notes that the main height requirement is related to the ability to reach an overhead compartment. Since most overhead bins are between 72 and 84 inches tall, you could be as short as 4'11 and still perform the duties of the job.

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Scientists have done the math, and it turns out that frequent fliers actually age the tiniest bit more quickly than people with both feet on the ground. But not to worry, the difference is so small, you don't have to worry about extra wrinkles.

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Be aged 21 years or over. Have an arm reach of 212 cm while standing on tiptoes. Minimum height of 5'2” (160 cm)

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Height-wise, attendants should be between 5'2” and 6'3” without shoes. They do not allow facial piercings or visible tattoos – even if concealed. A high school degree is required, with 2 or more years of college preferred.

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Height-wise, attendants should be between 5'2” and 6'3” without shoes. They do not allow facial piercings or visible tattoos – even if concealed. A high school degree is required, with 2 or more years of college preferred.

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Steps to Take to be a Flight Attendant
It's difficult and can take a long time. Airlines can take 3-6 months to get through the hiring process, that's if your resume makes it through the first cut. Intense Competition. We estimate there are 1 – 1.5 million flight attendant applications for 5,000 – 10,000 jobs.

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Flight attendants have no set weight requirements, as body types can vary even if two people are the same height and weight.

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Height requirements
Stewardesses must reach safety and emergency equipment if needed. As well, the Emirates cabin crew must reach the luggage of the passengers. For that reason, the airline requests, from both male and female candidates, at least 160 cm of height.

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There aren't specific weight requirements for Flight Attendants – many airlines will check to see that the prospective Cabin Crew are in proportion, they look a healthy weight and that they will be able to fit in the Cabin Crew Uniform.

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The average age of flight attendants is 32, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with most falling in the 25- to 34-year-old age bracket. The minimum age requirement for flight attendants is 21.

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Good news is that yes, you can wear either glasses or contact lenses while working as a Flight Attendant! However, there is some bad news as well. Your vision needs to meet certain standards, so if your vision is too bad without glasses or lenses, unfortunately, airlines won't accept your application.

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