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Flight Attendants in The United States

(Auxiliares de vuelo)

Flight Attendants -- Provide personal services to ensure the safety and comfort of airline passengers during flight. Greet passengers, verify tickets, explain use of safety equipment, and serve food or beverages.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)53-2031.00
Career InterestsESC
Minimum education required(High school)
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum work experience required(< 5 years)
Less than 5 years
Job training required(Mod OJT)
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)1 (moderate growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)119,300
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)131,200
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)15,300
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$29,270
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$56,230
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$80,940
Career ClusterTransportation, Distribution & Logistics
(Transporte, distribución y logística)
Major Occupational GroupPersonal Care and Service

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