- Verify that first aid kits and other emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers and oxygen bottles, are in working order.
- Direct and assist passengers in emergency procedures, such as evacuating a plane following an emergency landing.
- Administer first aid to passengers in distress.
- Announce and demonstrate safety and emergency procedures, such as
Cabin crew | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Air cabin crew help make sure that airline passengers have a comfortable, safe and pleasant flight.
Cabin crews typically work around 30 to 40 hours per week.
As a Cabin crew you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
Average salary |
23,472 GBP * |
per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Cabin crew
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25,544 GBP
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21,222 GBP
Average salary for part-time Cabin crew
Average salary for full-time Cabin crew
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9,513 GBP
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9,799 GBP
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8,892 GBP
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23,472 GBP
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21,222 GBP
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25,544 GBP
Salary over time for Cabin crew
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21,034 GBP
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20,844 GBP
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21,107 GBP
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21,973 GBP
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22,253 GBP
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22,933 GBP
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23,472 GBP
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23,401 GBP
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24,683 GBP
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Future outlook for Cabin crews
Very good outlook
Balanced outlook
2% yearly wage growth (on average) Cabin crew - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Cabin crew and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Cabin crew.
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Service Orientation Actively looking for ways to help people
Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Cabin crew. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Cabin crew interview
Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Social Orientation Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
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