Air Hostess/Flight Attendant

Common Details for All Types

Educational Pathway (After 12th) ↴

• Eligibility: 12th grade (any stream) with 50% marks from a recognized board; age 18-27 (varies by airline); height ~157 cm (women)/170 cm (men); good eyesight, fluent English.
• Skills: Customer service, communication, teamwork, crisis management, grooming, knowledge of aviation safety, and multilingual skills (preferred).
• Courses:
  • Diploma/Certificate (Core):
    • Diploma in Aviation, Hospitality, and Travel Management (6 months-1 year).
    • Certificate in Cabin Crew Training or Air Hostess Training (3-6 months).
  • Bachelor’s (3 years, Optional):
    • BBA in Aviation Management.
    • B.Sc in Hospitality and Travel.
  • Advanced (Optional):
    • MBA in Aviation or Hospitality Management (2 years).
    • Advanced Certificate in In-Flight Services (3-6 months).

Entrance Exams ↴

• No Government Exams: Airlines conduct direct recruitment with interviews, group discussions, and physical tests.
• Private Institute Admissions: Based on 12th marks, interviews, or aptitude tests.
• Related Fields:
  • NCHMCT JEE: For B.Sc in Hospitality (for ground roles).
  • CAT: For MBA in Aviation Management.
• Note: Grooming, communication, and airline-specific training are key. Internships or hospitality experience helps.

Course Duration (Career Path) ↴

• Course Duration:
  • Diploma/Certificate: 3 months-1 year.
  • BBA/B.Sc: 3 years.
  • MBA: +2 years.
• Career Path:
  • Entry-Level (Junior Cabin Crew): 1-2 years post-training.
  • Mid-Level (Senior Cabin Crew): 3-5 years with experience.
  • Expert (Lead Crew/Manager): 6-10 years with leadership.
  • Ground Roles/Training: 5-10 years to transition to ground staff or trainer.

Fee Structure ↴

• Government Institutes: ₹10,000-₹1,00,000/year (e.g., IHM Mumbai B.Sc: ~₹50,000/year).
• Private Institutes: ₹50,000-₹3,00,000/total (e.g., Frankfinn Diploma: ~₹1-2 lakh; Aptech Aviation: ~₹50,000-₹1.5 lakh).
• Additional Costs: Grooming kits (~₹5,000-₹15,000), uniforms (~₹10,000), language courses (~₹5,000-₹20,000), certifications (~₹5,000-₹20,000).

Top 5 Colleges/Institutes ↴

Government	Private
Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Mumbai	Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training, Mumbai
IHM, Delhi (Pusa)	Aptech Aviation Academy, Delhi
IHM, Bangalore	Jet Airways Training Academy, Mumbai
Indian Aviation Academy, Mumbai	Avalon Academy, Bangalore
IGNOU (Aviation-related courses)	Flytech Aviation Academy, Hyderabad

1. Domestic Flight Attendant

Overview ↴

✓ Works on short-haul domestic flights, focusing on quick service.

Key Responsibilities ↴

• Provide efficient in-flight service.
• Ensure passenger safety.
• Conduct pre-flight checks.
• Handle quick turnarounds.

Specific Educational Pathway ↴

• Education: Diploma/Certificate in Cabin Crew.
• Skills: Fast-paced service, safety protocols.

2. International Flight Attendant

Overview ↴

✓ Serves on long-haul flights, handling diverse passengers.

Key Responsibilities ↴

• Assist diverse passengers.
• Manage long-haul services.
• Communicate in multiple languages.
• Ensure cultural sensitivity.

Specific Educational Pathway ↴

• Education: Diploma; Certificate in International Cabin Crew.
• Skills: Multilingual, cultural sensitivity.

3. Lead Cabin Crew

Overview ↴

✓ Supervises cabin crew, manages in-flight operations.

Key Responsibilities ↴

• Supervise cabin crew team.
• Coordinate in-flight operations.
• Handle passenger issues.
• Ensure service standards.

Specific Educational Pathway ↴

• Education: Diploma; Advanced Certificate in In-Flight Services.
• Skills: Leadership, coordination.

4. In-Flight Service Manager

Overview ↴

✓ Oversees entire cabin crew, ensures service standards.

Key Responsibilities ↴

• Manage entire cabin crew.
• Ensure high service quality.
• Address escalated issues.
• Train junior crew members.

Specific Educational Pathway ↴

• Education: BBA/MBA; Certificate in Aviation Management.
• Skills: Management, customer service.

5. Private Jet Flight Attendant

Overview ↴

✓ Serves high-net-worth clients on private jets.

Key Responsibilities ↴

• Provide personalized service.
• Ensure client privacy.
• Manage luxury amenities.
• Adapt to client preferences.

Specific Educational Pathway ↴

• Education: Diploma; Certificate in VIP Services.
• Skills: Personalized service, discretion.

6. Corporate Flight Attendant

Overview ↴

✓ Works on corporate jets for business travelers.

Key Responsibilities ↴

• Serve business travelers.
• Maintain professional etiquette.
• Coordinate corporate amenities.
• Ensure timely service.

Specific Educational Pathway ↴

• Education: Diploma; Certificate in Corporate Aviation.
• Skills: Professionalism, business etiquette.

7. Charter Flight Attendant

Overview ↴

✓ Operates on non-scheduled charter flights.

Key Responsibilities ↴

• Adapt to varied schedules.
• Provide flexible service.
• Ensure passenger comfort.
• Handle unique flight needs.

Specific Educational Pathway ↴

• Education: Diploma; Certificate in Cabin Crew.
• Skills: Flexibility, quick adaptation.