Flight Attendants

Flight cancellations due to security disruptions have impacted ITA Airways and Austrian flights. Other flights remain on schedule despite concerns

Lufthansa's new Hangar One visitor center opens on August 1 at Frankfurt Airport, offering interactive exhibits, historic aircraft, and flight simulators. Admission: €8

ITA Airways and Aeroitalia launch a new collaboration allowing booking of integrated connecting routes and connecting ITA's international network to popular destinations

Airbus launched a nonstop Toulouse to Melbourne flight as part of testing for Qantas' ultra-long-haul Project Sunrise aircraft. The flight landed in Melbourne after 19 hours and 12 minutes

As a traveler, you may see different carbon estimates for the same flight. IATA wants a global standard to improve transparency and trust

The FAA says a Florida pilot training company allowed unqualified instructors and conducted training at an unlisted location

British Airways is reviewing crew accommodation in Hyderabad after three pilots reportedly became ill before a flight to London

Airbus will spend the next three years flight-testing full-scale wing extensions on an A321neo to improve efficiency for future single-aisle aircraft

American Airlines is rolling out new digital features, including Venmo payments, TSA PreCheck Touchless ID enrollment, and enhanced flight disruption management tools

Airbus has unveiled a newly painted A380 that will serve as a flying test bed for advanced engine technologies designed to power the next generation of aircraft

British Airways is investigating crew members after alleged heavy drinking forced the cancellation of a Barbados to London flight, stranding passengers

In 1946, Air France hired its first 11 flight attendants, a move that transformed the modern flying experience into what it is today. Today, 13,000 represent the company worldwide

Japan Airlines apologizes over a cabin attendant who failed a pre-flight alcohol test before a domestic flight to Tokyo, causing delays and renewed scrutiny over alcohol related incidents

After years of struggle, the new agreement for the company's flight attendants has been signed. It includes: a 31% pay increase, a $741 million retroactive payment, and a first-of-its-kind payment for boarding time. The agreement, which will apply to about 30,000 flight attendants, will go into effect this summer

According to social media reports, British Airways crew members unknowingly consumed gummies containing THC. Company comment: "A number of crew members felt unwell after arriving at the hotel, received medical assistance, and recovered"

Emirates' project, which will be built in Dubai Investment Park, will include a dedicated residential complex for approximately 12,000 flight attendants and will be launched in the second quarter of 2026. Plans include spacious rooms, gyms, restaurants, and clinics, with a clear emphasis on a healthy lifestyle

On the eve of the official start date for the Air Canada strike, the company reports hundreds of absent attendants: "Will lead to more cancellations"

International Flight Attendants Day is dedicated to the dedicated crews who uplift our travel experiences. Passportnews recognizes these professionals who keep us safe and provide unwavering service with a smile. They are the true ambassadors of air travel. Watch SkyTeam's tribute video

New United deal offers raises and quality-of-life improvements for 28,000 flight attendants—pending vote