– Flight attendant shares common questions she is asked on flights
– Uniform requirements include wearing heels, but can change into flats after takeoff
– Flight attendants on domestic flights do not take breaks, while on international flights they legally must take sleep breaks
– Flight attendants are often on call and do not know their next trip until the night before or even a few hours before
– Flight attendants receive hourly pay and are only paid for time in the air
– Layovers can vary from quick naps to 24 hours, with international layovers usually being at least 24 hours
– Cabin water tanks are regularly cleaned, similar to how tanks and pipes are cleaned at home
– Applying for a flight attendant position can be competitive and take up to six months
– Airlines have cleaning companies responsible for cleaning planes after each flight
– Flight attendants can help calm scared flyers and provide information on aircraft mechanics to ease fears