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I always say to my students at school ‘never be afraid to fail’. It’s only through failure that we learn how to succeed. Not everyone who applies to BA is successful the first time around. That’s OK. Just don’t give up and make sure you learn what you need to do differently next time. BA Cabin Crew come from all walks of life and all ages. If it’s something you’re really interested in then go for it, even if you think it’s way out your comfort zone or unlike anything you’ve done previously. Remember: to most people, the sky is the limit. To those who love aviation, the sky is home.

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Career path

Cabin Crew

British Airways

From 08/2024 to 08/2024

Teacher of English

Harris Academy

From 09/2017 to 08/2022

Learning & Development Executive

British Airways

From 10/2015 to 08/2017

Company

What do you like about your job and the company?

Aviation is so incredibly exciting! I fly to a range of European and worldwide destinations each year. Each month I have the opportunity to bid for these destinations - and there are so many to choose from. You never really know where in the world you might end up! Working as cabin crew is more than a job, it’s a lifestyle - and no day is ever the same. I love getting to know people! BA customers and colleagues span all ages, come from all walks of life, a variety of cultures and backgrounds. What a privilege and an opportunity it is getting to know them each time I step on board a BA aircraft. I love to explore new places and try different foods across the globe! Whether it be climbing Table Mountain in Cape Town, eating tacos in Mexico, or snorkelling a coral reef in the Maldives, thanks to BA I’ve explored the globe and enjoyed incredible food along the way.

Greatest achievements

Qualifying as a secondary school English teacher is by far my greatest achievement. It has challenged me in ways I could never have imagined, both academically and on a personal level. Some days are incredibly difficult, whether it be the insurmountable amounts of marking and lesson planning, managing challenging behaviour or dealing with complex safeguarding concerns. Yet, there are moments that remind you why you’re a teacher. This usually comes after you’ve spent months working tirelessly and seemingly getting no where, to finally notice that light bulb moment or progress in a student’s work that makes it all worth it. However, for me teachers are those who help find strengths, wipe away tears, overpower demons and conquer fears. It’s therefore the rapport I build with my students over time and the impact I have on them - and they have on me - that matters and will last a life time.

Other colleagues

Macorley C

Top Advice

Your journey starts here! I am so proud to be part of British Airways. One piece of advice I can give, is to learn as much as possible about our airline, heritage and understand the reasons why we have been doing what we do for over 100 years.

Ken W

Payroll Team Manager

Top Advice

British Airways is a great employer to work for. The range and variety of roles available is huge and the options to get involved in many of them is available. Everybody has the same goal to ensure that our customers have a great experience and whether you are part of the front facing Cabin Crew or Check In Agents, or Engineers ensuring the aircraft is safe and reliable or Ramp and Turn Round Agents making sure flights depart on time, it is all part of what makes it run so smoothly. Even back office roles, such as Payroll, play an important part of this whole process.

Eugenia O

Top Advice

My career at British Airways has been varied. It would be my 10th year in the company, including my 6 month hiatus. In BA it is very normal to stay in the company for decades. I never understood it until I left. I was desperate to try something new, and I thought that meant leaving the company. The great thing about working for a large organisation, is that there are various roles within the company. I never thought I would end up in Engineering, but it has been the best decision. Network, get to know other departments, because there really is something available for everyone in this company. Look at the careers page for inspiration and read the job description and advert, as some titles can be misleading! I was not afraid to leave BA for another reputable company, and I was not afraid to come back after 6 months. Try something new until you get what you are looking for.

Discussions with Dan H
Is there a maximum age limit for applying to be cabin crew?
in General·Wednesday, March 19, 2025
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how do i apply for cabin crew?
in How to apply·Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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