How tall do boys have to be to be a flight attendant?

The height requirements for Flight Attendants varies across different airlines, but an average minimum height is around 159cm (5'2?) without shoes. Some airlines also do an arm reach test. For the arm reach test, an average reach of 212cm (6'9?) is required.



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They must be able to stand for long periods of time, push a service cart, assist passengers with baggage and perform safety checks. They must be able to reach overhead compartments, which is why most airlines have a minimum height requirement of 4'11.

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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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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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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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You might have heard the term stewardess, a female flight attendant, but the name has trickled out of use in favor of the gender-neutral flight attendant. A steward is the male version of that.

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The traditional minimum age limit for hiring flight attendants is 18 years old; however, some airlines set 21 years as the minimum age. Federal law prohibits placing a maximum age limit due to age discrimination laws.

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It's a physical job, but not all flight attendants must be slim and trim. You do, however, have to fit into the flight attendant jumpseat. 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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All United flight attendants must be at least 21 years old at the time of application and have a valid passport. 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.

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Fingernails must be clean and manicured at all times. You must wear nail varnish. The acceptable colours are clear/ natural, red, nude, French/ French Ombre manicure. All colours must be gloss and not a matte finish.

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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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