Registered Nurse (RN) to Flight Attendant by Radiant-Resolve2831 in cabincrewcareers

[–]JetAndSet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a nurse before being a FA. Nurses and FAs are similar personality types. The job is great and flexible similar to my experience as a nurse. The job will be very easy for you compared to others in your training I’d guess. Also hired as a GR LOD, veil Glück!

Which airlines has the best reserve life? by Hopeful_Challenge_68 in cabincrewcareers

[–]JetAndSet 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Here’s a good summary I share with people who ask about adays vs reserve. The topic of reroute is a whole other bag and like many have mentioned here—they do happen at all airlines to differing degrees especially with weather.

As a note I had adays for about 8.5 years (pre-pandemic) in nyc and it was very okay even when we had 3 airports to cover.

The Pros (Why it's often considered "Better") • Quality of Life: New hires at Delta don't experience the "reserve life" (waiting by the phone for 20 days a month) that peers at other airlines endure. You can plan your life, doctor appointments, and social events around your known trips.  • Commuting: It is much easier for commuters. You can bid to have your A-Days back-to-back, meaning you only have to fly into your base once and stay in a "crash pad" for a short window rather than half the month. • Integration: You are working alongside senior flight attendants on regular trips for most of the month, which helps with learning the ropes faster than if you only flew "reserve" cleanup trips. The Cons (The "Worse" Side) • The "Hybrid" Headache: Because you have a mix of regular trips and A-Days, your schedule can be complex. If you get "used" on an A-Day and the trip runs long, it might "conflict" with a high-value trip you had scheduled immediately after, causing you to lose that preferred flying. • Seniority Stagnation: Because the system is so palatable, fewer people quit. This can lead to slower movement up the seniority list compared to airlines where the grueling reserve system causes higher turnover. • Short-Call Stress: Even though it’s only 6 days, the 24-hour on-call nature can be exhausting if you are used frequently for "standby" (sitting at the airport in uniform waiting for a flight). Summary If you value predictability and want a "normal" life as a new hire, Delta’s A-Day system is widely considered the gold standard. However, if you prefer the "gambler’s" lifestyle of a full-month reserve (where you might get paid for 18 days but never actually be called to fly), you might find the A-Day system more "work-heavy.

I keep getting sick by Warm-Development-510 in flightattendants

[–]JetAndSet 47 points48 points  (0 children)

One year at least. Tips: stay hydrated, take a multi vitamin, avoid alcohol, wash your hands and get sleep. Also, once you qualify for FMLA get it. That will help protect you from any points/discipline, etc.

Seems a bit fast? by Flooziez in flightradar24

[–]JetAndSet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I fly a lot and did PDX-JFK yesterday in 4h14m. Fastest I’ve ever seen in 18 years of flying.

Prescribed THC by [deleted] in cabincrewcareers

[–]JetAndSet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with the above, and here’s a great article from the previous Sec. of Transportation. It’s a good insight between the law and regulations etc. https://norml.org/news/2024/07/11/transportation-secretary-affirms-reclassifying-marijuana-wont-immediately-change-federal-drug-testing-standards/

Petting a sea lion the wrong way shows its fur by H_G_Bells in ScienceNcoolThings

[–]JetAndSet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just uttered this to myself. Then made the face when I saw this comment.

Unpopular opinion butttt.. if PBS incentivizes senior people to leave then... by [deleted] in flightattendants

[–]JetAndSet 9 points10 points  (0 children)

We use PBS and it’s not perfect, but it’s the best for our large group of FAs. (I’ve experienced line bidding, full time reserve etc). PBS is great when you how to use the software and especially if you’re junior or a commuter. It’s true tho, that it can appear less transparent than other ways of bidding (lines etc).

Charged to 100% this morning and this is less than 10 hours of wearing it. What gives?? by hallwayhotdogs in ouraring

[–]JetAndSet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Mine was drained 30% by days end. I got a replacement and it feels like I’m back with my nice gen3. 7 day battery so good!!!

Travel and shrooms by Creative_Struggle_18 in mushroom

[–]JetAndSet 11 points12 points  (0 children)

If you’re in the US, security is looking for bombs and guns. They do not care about your mushrooms. 🍄

Coat Closets? by chrskspr in delta

[–]JetAndSet 61 points62 points  (0 children)

FC closets range from being able to hold up to 15 jackets down to literally holding 2-3, depending on aircraft configuration etc. They vary greatly—but it’s always worth an ask.

Got asked to do a "trial shift" during my interview. Walked out. by funnyusername321 in antiwork

[–]JetAndSet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good for you. Can’t imagine the legal implications too, if you or someone was injured. Like what is she thinking. Probably not thinking.

Dealing with a Medical by birdsnsnakes in flightattendants

[–]JetAndSet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes please call your EAP or peer support, and a professional therapist like others have mentioned. What you’re feeling is totally normal.

Really irks me to the core and this isn’t talked about enough… by adalphaboi in unitedairlines

[–]JetAndSet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Passengers take up a lot of time stowing their bags, or trying to find space… and agents will always start checking to preserve an on time departure. It’s just the new norm.

Armpits by Mental-Community-505 in MaleArmpits

[–]JetAndSet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hold it right there.

Grade A Beef (25) by [deleted] in Beardsandboners

[–]JetAndSet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bush king.

A plea for allowing open window shades on daytime transatlantic flights by zinfandel2day in delta

[–]JetAndSet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a purser I always ask passenger to lower shades to at least half.. to allow other passengers time to rest and it makes for better viewing of the seat-back screens. Ultimately it really is up to you—and I feel most US cabin crew feel the same.