Review: A View from the Other Side
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 12, 2014
If you've ever wondered what it would be like to be a flight attendant, this book is a realistic peek at the job from the other side of the aisle and the refreshment cart.As someone who used to fly often for business, including those long haul international flights, I often relied on the friendly flight attendant to make my trip more bearable. I can remember only a few very rare times when an attendant was less than attentive to my needs, which is amazing considering their long hours and work location.The information described in this book helps to explain why those few times the attendant might have been less than pleasant to fly with due to problems with overcrowded flights, delays, and other last minute flight problems. It also helps to understand the why of what the attendants are required to do and what they are not allowed to do during a flight.This book explains what attendants have to deal with on a daily basis and how the passengers can be, at times, trying, and at other times, impossible. It should be required reading for all fliers ahead of their flight to better appreciate that part of the responsibility for a good flight is in their hands, and that being a good passenger allows the flight attendants to do their jobs more efficiently and makes the flight more enjoyable for everyone involved.Recommended for those who find themselves traveling on commercial flights or for anyone who thinks that they'd like a career as a flight attendant.