Frequently Asked Questions
The answers most students need.
Below are the most common questions we hear. If yours isn't here, call Mary Lou directly at (954) 609-5600.
01What classes do you offer?+
We train corporate flight attendants and pilots, and we run short specialty courses alongside the main programs.
For flight attendants: a six day Initial course for people entering the career, a three day Commercial Transition course for airline crew moving to private aviation, and emergency training in three formats, three days in class, one day for crew who only need the refresher, or online if you cannot travel.
For pilots: a one day emergency course.
Specialty courses run beside those: Taste of Hospitality, CPR and AED with self defense, and the résumé and concierge package. Several students pair a one day class with a short course in the same trip.
The emergency content is built to the training content of FAR 135.331. Dates and prices for everything are on our Course Page.
02If you are already a Corporate Flight Attendant, do you need to keep your emergency training current?+
That depends on who you fly for, and it is worth knowing the difference.
If you fly for a Part 135 operator, the operator's own training program sets what you do and when. Ask your director of operations rather than guessing. Part 91 flight departments are not under the same requirement, but most principals, operators and agencies we work with expect crew to refresh their emergency training every twelve months, and plenty of them ask for proof before they will put you on a trip.
We teach emergency training three ways: three days in class at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, one day for crew who only need the refresher, and an online option if you cannot travel. The content is built to the training content of FAR 135.331.
Graduates also come back for the short courses: hospitality, CPR and AED with self defense, and the résumé and concierge package. Several do a one day emergency class and a short course in the same trip.
Not sure which applies to you? Call Mary Lou at (954) 609-5600.
03When and where are the classes?+
Classes are offered once every month, or twice a month if necessary at our Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport location: 2011 Perimeter Road Suite C & D. Map it. See schedule here.
04Are there any special requirements?+
There are no specific employment or educational requirements required to become a private/business/corporate jet flight attendant. There is however an upfront investment to pay for your corporate flight attendant training that may include room and board for the duration of your training should you have to travel to Fort Lauderdale. But it does take a special type of person to take on this type of opportunity. It is not for everyone. Even if you are commercial flight attendant, there are some similarities but they couldn't be more contrasting.
We invite you to please do your research upfront to make sure that you are a good fit for a position as a corporate flight attendant. It is hard work but it is also a highly rewarding and a perfect opportunity for any person who is willing to be very, very, very flexible, has high standards for themselves. You are not just packing your bags but you must also be packing a lot of patience.
05Will I be able to find a job?+
During our highly rated training class, you will receive the tools, the knowledge and guidance necessary in order to obtain a Corporate Flight Attendant position. We will also send you leads for positions from our constantly updating database and offer the opportunity to join our VIP Club Membership Club. Our trained Corporate Flight Attendants are preferred due to their professionalism and high standards of training. We go BEYOND any other leading FACTS training school to provide many extras to help you find employment. If you closely follow our advice, utilize the tools we provide and follow our carefully laid out and proven guidelines, you should not fail in obtaining a job as a corporate flight attendant.*
06How much can a corporate / contract / private flight attendant make?+
Contract flight attendants can make from $600 to $900 a day! Or up to $175K a year and it all depends on how much flying you do, where and for who. Corporate Flight Attendants also receive a Per Diem Pay equivalent, to or near your agreed upon day rate, all while staying at some of best, 5-star, hotels and lodging, in the best destinations in the world.
07Is your training accepted worldwide?+
ABSOLUTELY! Our Training is in Compliance with the rules and regulations of FAA part 91, 125 and 135; which is used worldwide for corporate aviation. Flight departments favor our training courses for the professionalism and the quality of our graduates.
08What is the difference between a Corporate Flight Attendant and a Commercial Flight Attendant?+
There are very distinct differences between the two. First, to become a "commercial" flight attendant for any commercial airline like Delta or American, you would have to go through an interview process that includes screening, background checks, personal scrutiny by trainers as well as very rigorous safety testing based on the airline's level of service, aircraft and branding. The airline will pay for this training, or not. Some airlines (like a regional) will just opt to offer room and food stipend (a per Diem) during training and hopefully you will make it through the 4-6 week training. Once you graduate after passing both a required examination and an OE (you are put on the plane and must perform what you were trained to do satisfactorily), once you are released to the line, in your first year (maybe second, third and fourth) you will spend as a reserve flight attendant being on call and making between $18K-$25K. Many first time flight attendants hold second jobs, live with roommates, commute, have a crash pad etc. They find that they do not live where they are based. It is a perfect job for a single person who doesn't have responsibilities like a family, kids, pets etc. And even though the airline may pick up the cost of the training, you still have to not be working for at least 6 weeks. Statistically speaking only about 4% of all commercial airline applicants ever make it. It is also been said that more people make it into Harvard than make it as a commercial flight attendant.
As a corporate flight attendant, your experiences, pay and how you get started contrast significantly because first you are responsible for the upfront investment for training (typically up to 6 days and approximately $3200-$5000), which covers all aspects of required safety (CPR, aircraft doors, water ditching etc.), includes resume writing, guidance and instructions on how to network, culinary training, fine dining service and food display, travel expenses, and your room and board during training. But the first step to stepping into your dream job of becoming a corporate flight attendant is in your hands. You have to decide that you really want (and need) to get yourself in front of hiring companies. Our highly rated training programs give you a comprehensive guide on how to prepare an effective resume, guidance in joining the right groups for networking.
The range of a corporate flight attendant annual salary is anywhere from $90K-$175K. And it just depends on how hard and often you are willing to work to meet your goals. To be clear, it is not an easy job and private jet jobs do not drop in front of you. But it is perfect for current commercial flight attendants, previous flight attendants, single folks (or married) who are looking for adventure, and anyone who doesn't mind having their bags packed 24/7. Do the math: 6 weeks training in a commercial airline training program only to graduate to make $24,000 a year. Or invest $3200 for 6 days corporate flight attendant training, to make $100,000 a year.*
09If I am already a commercial flight attendant (FAA License 121) can I become a corporate flight attendant?+
Absolutely. Since you already have an active FAA 121 License and are operating with a commercial airline, you can take our 3 day course (in Fort Lauderdale) at this time for $1,600. You can work on your days off, it does not conflict with your current job. Training includes self defense, blood-borne pathogens, Duties and Responsibilities of a Private Jet Flight Attendant, Aviation Resume Writing, and Aviation Interviewing Guidelines. Additional Culinary training will include Wine Presentation, Etiquette Training, Business Protocol, Food Safety, and Catering class, including arranging a real catering order as well as in-flight serving techniques. Our highly rated training program (check out reviews here) will provide you with the necessary skills, guidance and tools to be successful and it will also help you be a better flight attendant in your current position. It is a good investment in yourself. Register Here.
10I am not quite yet "legal" to work in the United States. Can I still take your course?+
Yes. Attending class is training, not employment, so you do not need US work authorization to sit the course, and we have trained students from a long list of countries.
Being hired is a separate question. To be paid by a US operator you need the right to work here, and that is a question for an immigration attorney, not for a training school. We are glad to tell you how crews actually get hired. We cannot advise you on visas.
What the training gives you is the standard corporate operators use elsewhere too. The emergency content is built to the training content of FAR 135.331, which flight departments outside the US recognize, so a number of our graduates train here and fly abroad.
If you are traveling in for class, say so when you book and Mary Lou will help you line up the dates.
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