Sun Sep 15 10:52:44 UTC 2024: ## Delta Air Lines Issues Dress Code Reminder to Flight Attendant Applicants

**Atlanta, GA** – Delta Air Lines has sparked controversy by issuing a detailed dress code reminder to thousands of prospective flight attendants currently undergoing the airline’s recruitment process. The two-page document, leaked to the public, outlines specific appearance requirements for applicants during their in-person interviews.

The document emphasizes the importance of “proper undergarments” that are not visible, prohibits chewing gum during the assessment day, and stresses the use of professional language, avoiding profanity. Delta justifies the reminder by stating that the “customer service experience begins the moment a Flight Attendant puts on their uniform,” and that the uniform represents Delta’s commitment to safety, culture, and “genuine graciousness.”

Other guidelines outlined include maintaining personal hygiene, keeping fingernails clean and trimmed, wearing professional and well-fitting attire, and adhering to specific rules regarding nail polish and perfume. While visible tattoos are still banned, applicants can cover them with their uniform or waterproof makeup. Hair must be a “natural-looking hue” and applicants can have one side-nose piercing and two earrings per ear.

Delta’s stringent dress code has raised eyebrows among some, with several commenting online that the requirements are outdated and unnecessary. Some critics believe that Delta’s focus on appearance is misplaced and should prioritize other qualities, such as customer service skills and genuine passion for the job.

This incident comes at a time when Delta, along with American Airlines and United Airlines, is actively recruiting new flight attendants. The overwhelming response to Delta’s recruitment drive, with its website crashing due to the volume of applicants, highlights the highly competitive nature of the airline industry.

Despite the criticism, Delta has defended its dress code as a reflection of its commitment to its brand and customer service standards.

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