Flight Attendant Vocabulary 101: Talk Like An Aviation Pro
Topics discussed
Intro: Summer heat, Baltic trip promo, and episode overview
Rant: Maintenance delays, heat in the galley, and annoying passengers
The ICAO Aviation Alphabet: Phonetic codes for clear communication
Crew Life: Gate agents, cabin crew ratios, and job responsibilities
Deadheading and Commuting: Flying to work and crash pads
Non-Revving: Standby travel and the Staff Traveler app
Scheduling Terms: Trips, layovers, turns, red eyes, and pink eyes
Hub vs. Base and Seniority: Reserves, line holders, and bidding
Time and Rest: Block time, duty day, and minimum rest requirements
Cabin Operations: Galleys, jump seats, cross-checks, and dividers
Flight Phases: Final prep, equipment swaps, taxiways, and delays
Safety and Weather: Diversions, crew timeouts, weight/balance, and de-icing
Acronyms and Passenger Terms: MEL, APU, gate lice, and standby
Outro: Merch, Patreon, and a story about a loose hamster
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