Their hair must be a natural color There's a reason you've likely never seen a flight attendant with bright pink or rainbow-striped hair?and that's definitely one of the first things you'd notice. Most airlines restrict hair colors for both men and women.

Traditionally, the answer was a strict "no," but the industry is slowly changing. Most "legacy" carriers like Delta, United, and American Airlines still maintain strict grooming standards that require hair to be of a "natural-looking" color (blonde, brown, black, or natural red). Unnatural colors like pink, purple, or blue are generally prohibited because they are seen as "attention-grabbing" and potentially inconsistent with a conservative professional image. However, some "low-cost" or "disruptor" airlines, such as SkyUp or Virgin Atlantic, have significantly relaxed their grooming codes to allow for more personal expression, including visible tattoos and non-traditional hair. Even with these changes, the majority of global airlines still require a polished, uniform appearance where "fantasy" hair colors are not permitted. If you are applying for a job, it is safest to stick to natural tones until you are fully familiar with that specific airline's "In-Flight Service Manual."