Flight Attendants Tell All- What Life In The Sky Is Really Like

Published on 04/18/2019
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Not Everyone Is Up To The Task

We know that it sounds very glamorous to be a flight attendant, but it is not simply fun and games. You might feel jealous about their jet-setting lifestyle, but they essentially become waiters and waitresses once they are up in the air. You should know that it is very challenging to be a flight attendant. For one thing, it comes with constant jet lag when you work back-to-back flights. Moreover, they also get wake up calls at ungodly hours of the night and work even on holidays. Of course, let us not forget that they have to be away from their loved ones for extended periods of time.

Not Everyone Is Up To The Task

Not Everyone Is Up To The Task

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Why They Shut Off The Lights At The Start And End

As the airplane is preparing for takeoff or descent, you will notice that the lights in the cabin shut off. It is rarely explained and people do not normally ask because the lights are switched on in only a few moments. However, there is a good reason for the phenomenon. Landing and takeoff are the most difficult stages of any flight. The lights are turned off so that our eyes can acclimatize to the light in case an emergency happens. This will allow us to orient ourselves better with the space if the worst-case scenario happens. Now you know!

Why They Shut Off The Lights At The Start And End

Why They Shut Off The Lights At The Start And End

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