Is English necessary for cabin crew?

Aviation English Almost all airlines will ask for cabin crew to speak fluent English. This is because effective communication is completely essential for flight safety. Cabin crew are responsible for evacuating the aircraft in an emergency, and clear and concise language should always be used.



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Some international flights require attendants to relay flight information in multiple languages. You'll also be expected to demonstrate cultural sensitivity in both direct communication and body language.

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Some countries will expect two languages, like Canadian airlines, which often ask for fluency in French and English. Some airlines, like Japan Airlines, will recruit crew who speak fluent Japanese and English.

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A high school diploma is typically required to become a flight attendant. Some airlines may prefer to hire applicants who have taken some college courses or who have a college degree. Those working on international flights may need fluency in a foreign language.

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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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Some airlines assign language speakers to certain destinations. In the Americas probably Spanish is the best second language. There would already be a lot of flight attendants who speak that so if that bothers you then Brazilian Portuguese may be the way to go.

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You'll have to remember a lot of important information, before, during, and after class. It may feel like a lot, but in just three weeks you'll have an exciting new career. Pay attention in class. Understand that the instructors are thorough and want you to do well.

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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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There are lots of ways for airline staff to work on pronunciation alone:
  1. Through “shadowing” or speaking along to people speaking English well (for instance, while watching Netflix shows with subtitles)
  2. By learning and singing along to song lyrics.
  3. And even by reading books aloud, along with audio books as a guide.


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Watching English content with English or regional language subtitles as you feel comfortable will not only help a cabin crew member pick up the language, grammar, and vocabulary quickly, but will also help them to pick up different accents if they are able to watch content produced in different parts of the world.

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How much does a Cabin Crew make? As of Oct 11, 2023, the average monthly pay for a Cabin Crew in the United States is $3,360 a month.

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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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Upon hire, new Flight Attendants must go through the individual airline's training for certification. Sadly, most new hires fail airline training before ever making it to the tarmac. However, our graduates have a head start, and most go on to get hired by some of the top airline companies in the world.

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At 21 years old, you can apply to be a flight attendant with any airline. Minimum age requirements typically apply at the time of training completion, so candidates who will reach an airline's minimum age during training can apply for flight attendant roles. There is no upper age limit for flight attendants.

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At 21 years old, you can apply to be a flight attendant with any airline. Minimum age requirements typically apply at the time of training completion, so candidates who will reach an airline's minimum age during training can apply for flight attendant roles. There is no upper age limit for flight attendants.

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The training program for flight attendants is usually three to six weeks. However, it may take months or even years to get into one of these programs. This is a highly competitive field, and open positions usually fill up fast.

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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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How many flights can I expect to fly on a typical day? The number of flights will vary based on the trip assigned. However, as an Endeavor flight attendant, you can expect to fly from one to six flights in a day.

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