Cabin crew Stories

I wake up early and as I lie in bed I look at the flight roster for the day checking out who is on my flight this afternoon. I recognise a few of the cabin crew and a quick check of the pilot's names: Mark N is the first officer on this trip. A little smile appears on my face. This is going to be fun. I immediately start thinking about what I wear today; black and sheer is the immediate answer to that question as Mark lik...

Despite telling ourselves we were organised people, the last-minute scramble before the taxi arrived was happening. Passport locations were being triple-checked and bags were being checked so that they were secured tightly. 'I think that is everything,' I said to Jan. 'Wallets?' she asked. 'Check,' I replied. 'OK. Brilliant. Now it's time to wait for the taxi,' she gleefully exclaimed. Two and a half weeks in Japan was fi...

"This is the last call for Flight ZA471 to Hong Kong, leaving from Gate 42F," came the crackled announcement over the intercom. "Well, that's us then guys," I nod, sinking the last of my drink. The lounge bar conveniently located, we make our way onto the concourse with baggage in tow. "You go on ahead. We'll be just behind," I motion. Words enough to hold you back as the others depart.  "Can't get enough of me," you teas...