Flight Attendant

Overview: The unique nature of Flight Attendant positions in the Air Force Reserve is demonstrated by the requirements for a Top Secret security clearance and a 5-skill level, which requires approximately 15 months of training.  Experience and professionalism are required when attending to passengers on military aircraft.

Position:  Enlisted

AFSC: 1A6X1

Specific Tasks:

• Provide for passenger safety and comfort during aircraft operations 
• Perform pre-flight, thru-flight and post-flight inspections of aircraft emergency, cabin and galley equipment 
• Supervise and perform loading and off-loading of passengers and baggage 
• Ensure access to escape exits

Requirements:

• For entry into this specialty, completion of high school with courses in home economics, customer service, and speech are desirable
• Minimum age of 21
• Physical qualification for aircrew duty 
• Qualification for aviation service
• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly
• Must maintail eligibility to deploy and mobilize worldwide
• Height not less than 64 inches or more than 77 inches
• ASVAB score of 50 on Administrative 
• Possess a valid state driver's license to operate government motor vehicles
• Eligibility for Top Secret security clearance

Training:

• Candidates without prior military experience are required to attend 8 1/2 weeks of Basic Military Training (BMT) at JB San Antonio-Lackland, TX, followed by Technical Training 

Related Civilian Careers: 

• Flight Attendants