Can you be cabin crew with bad eyesight?

Can you be cabin crew with bad eyesight? Distant visual acuity with both eyes, with or without correction, should be 6/9 or better. A cabin crew member should be able to read an N5 chart (or equivalent) at 30–50 cm, with or without correction. Cabin crew members should have normal fields of vision.



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Eyesight is a very important criterion for you to become a cabin crew. Nevertheless, there's a loophole. It must be 6/6 with either glasses or lenses corrective. You might even get LASIK done and wait for a few months as few companies may not want to hire you immediately after your surgery.

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Aspiring cabin crew is also subjected to drug tests and sometimes alcohol tests to discover any substance abuse issues. Speech defects are not accepted. Any candidate with anemia, epilepsy, diabetes or such will not be considered fit to fly.

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Applicants must have a healthy blood count that shows sign of no anemia, infections, HIV or Hepatitis C, according to Flight Attendant Central. A vaccination record is also required along with a chest X-ray.

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Yes, flight attendants must have at least 20/30 or 20/40 vision on an eye test. That means a flight attendant should be able to see at 20 feet what a normal person can see at 40 feet. If you are able to wear contact lenses or have surgery to correct your vision then you will be fine.

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Natural Ways to Help Improve Vision and Eye Health
  1. Don't smoke.
  2. Eat a healthy, balanced diet with dark, leafy greens and fish high in omega-3 fatty acids.
  3. Exercise regularly.
  4. Use protective eyewear during activities that may be dangerous to your eyes, such as yard work, sports or home repairs.


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U.S. flight attendants have a higher prevalence of several forms of cancer, including breast cancer, uterine cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, thyroid cancer, and cervical cancer, when compared with the general public, according to new research from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

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That being said, every pilot must have at least 20/20 vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses in place. If your vision is so poor that glasses are unable to correct your vision to that level, then most agencies will not allow you to proceed with training.

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Cabin crew interviews are demanding and there are lots of interview stages to pass. Speaking with the recruiter is the one chance a candidate has to really impress.

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Example: “I believe the most challenging aspect of being a flight attendant is dealing with unruly or uncooperative passengers. Not only do these types of fliers make the flight less enjoyable for the other passengers, but they can also present a safety risk.

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Here are 11 tips to help you have a successful flight attendant interview:
  1. Keep your resume updated. ...
  2. Find a clean, quiet room for video interviews. ...
  3. Dress appropriately. ...
  4. Check your social media. ...
  5. Practice interviewing. ...
  6. Arrive early. ...
  7. Stay organized. ...
  8. Be friendly.


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A person with 20/40 vision sees things at 20 feet that most people who don't need vision correction can see at 40 feet. This means that they are nearsighted, but only slightly.

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Yes it is allowed in all airlines around the world. Even glasses are allowed. But before joining all crew need to fill out a pre-medical employment paper.

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