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Flight Attendant

OSCA 461731·ANZSCO 451711

Employed

6,200

Part-time share

63.5%

Female share

77.1%

Median age

39 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Flight Attendant is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew).

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About this career

Provides services for the safety and comfort of aircraft passengers.

What they typically do

  • Assists passengers with boarding and disembarking the aircraft, and provides assistance and support to passengers with specific needs or medical conditions
  • Conducts pre-flight safety briefings and demonstrates the use of safety equipment while ensuring passengers comply with safety regulations and procedures during the flight
  • Serves meals, beverages and snacks to passengers during the flight
  • Performs emergency procedures in response to in-flight emergencies or equipment malfunctions of the aeroplane
  • Makes announcements during the flight and informs passengers about safety procedures and protocols
  • Performs safety checks and maintains cleanliness of the aircraft cabin
  • Responds to passenger enquiries and resolves any issues or complaints

Where they work

Transport, Postal and Warehousing

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
29.7%
QLD
24.8%
VIC
21.4%
WA
15%
SA
6.9%
ACT
0.9%
NT
0.7%
TAS
0.5%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Flight Attendant.

  • Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew)

    AVI30219 · AQF 3 · 9 providers

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