Flight Attendants

Argentina's Civil Aviation Authority confirms: Sanctions are in effect today in two time windows, passengers may encounter delays and flight changes

Air Canada will launch five new international destinations in Summer 2027 and add frequencies to existing routes, including daily Shanghai flights and year-round service to Guatemala City, Tenerife and Lima

Iberia’s Madrid experience runs through September 27, offering visitors an A350 cabin tour, flight simulator, AI destination tools, tastings and talks

Rosaviatsia imposed temporary restrictions on takeoffs and landings at a number of airports across Russia overnight, including fields in the Moscow region

Southwest Airlines will launch its first-ever lounge network, with Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu and Nashville chosen as the first four locations to open in late 2027

United is launching a new tool that will allow passengers who have been reassigned to a delayed flight due to disruption to sign up for a waitlist on up to three earlier flights

Delta Flight 1208 returned safely to Minneapolis after a pilot medical emergency while en route to Orlando. The FAA will investigate the incident

Syrian Airlines has received the first two aircraft in a fleet renewal and expansion program. The move is intended to enable new destinations, add frequencies, and improve flight regularity

The company allows children to join the Nomad Club, accumulate points and include their flights in the family benefits circle

Wizz Air brings the #LetsGetLost competition to Poland: on September 25, 25 winners, each with a companion, will take off from Warsaw on a flight to a destination that will remain secret until landing

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