Many travelers assume attendants are there mainly to pour coffee and collect trash. In truth, their primary duty is safety. Acting as the captain’s eyes and ears, they patrol the cabin, monitor equipment, and stay prepared for any emergency.
Every hour, attendants check in with the cockpit, confirming that all is secure from nose to tail. Their training covers fire suppression, medical crises, and rapid evacuations—skills that turn routine flights into safe adventures for everyone on board.
