As more career-minded people enter this occupation, job turnover will decline. Nevertheless, most job openings are expected from the need to replace attendants who stop working or transfer to other occupations. Employment of flight attendants is sensitive to cyclical swings in the economy. During recessions, when the demand for air travel declines, many flight attendants, are put on part-time status or are laid off. Until demand increases, few new attendants are hired.
Flight attendants receive extra compensation for overtime and for night and international flights.
In addition, flight attendants and their immediate families are entitled to reduced fares on their own and most other airlines. Others are members of the Transport Workers Union of America or several other unions. Flight attendants are required to buy uniforms and wear them while on duty. Uniform replacement items are usually paid for by the company. The uniform is made to measure and is designed to look like a coordinated wardrobe.