Have you ever wondered what flight attendants do after all the passengers have disembarked from the plane? Even after the flight is over, their tasks are not complete. Let's explore the responsibilities flight attendants have once all passengers leave the aircraft.
According to a Gold Wings report, a woman who worked in the aviation industry for 10 years, progressing from a flight attendant to a cabin manager, shared insights that few people are aware of.
At the end of a normal working day, what does a flight attendant do on the plane? Upon arrival at the destination, the first task is to assist passengers in deboarding. If the turnaround for the next flight is short, say 30 minutes or less, the flight attendants stay on board to prepare for the subsequent journey.
After the last passenger disembarks, the flight attendant inspects the cabin and toilet to ensure no passenger has mistakenly stayed on board. They also carefully check the overhead compartments to make sure no luggage is left behind. But the work doesn't end there.
Reporting is Essential
Flight attendants also have several administrative tasks. They must complete a flight report, recording minor incidents related to passengers, complaints about food or other matters, technical issues, and cleanliness concerns, much like filling out a logbook.
If there isn’t much time before the next flight, they will oversee or conduct the plane’s cleaning to ensure it is fully prepared for the next set of passengers. Flight attendants are also responsible for conducting security checks and assessing the quality and quantity of meals for the upcoming flight, ensuring they are properly loaded onto the plane.
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As soon as the next crew enters the cabin, the flight attendants brief them on any equipment issues or discrepancies. If everything is in order, they confirm it accordingly.
If there are no immediate subsequent flights or there’s a delay, flight attendants may relax in the terminal, chatting with colleagues or enjoying a non-alcoholic drink.
