Life after flying: How to change careers after working as a member of cabin crew staff – The National

Life after flying: How to change careers after working as a member of cabin crew staff – The National

Four former UAE flight attendants share tips on using their experience in the sky to find success in other fields

















Nicoleta Buru worked as Emirates cabin crew for roughly five years. Supplied







Being a member of an airline's cabin crew promises infinite possibilities. It's a job that offers endless travel, a chance to experience different cultures and interact with various nationalities. It's for this reason that many in the field say being a flight attendant is more than just a job - it's a lifestyle.



However, it's those such perks that lead to some in the field also saying it has left them complacent. A statement often heard is that it's a temporary job, to be done for a year or two. And before, you know it, half a decade has passed.



If you are crew and considering embarking on a new career, here are the stories of four former UAE flight attendants who have done exactly that, by using skills learnt on the job to find success in another line of work.



From cabin crew to stylist







Kelly Lundberg, stylist and founder of Style Me