What to pack for Flight Attendant Training in 2024
Wondering what you need to bring to flight attendant training? Here is a quick outline of what to pack.
- A couple of casual dress outfits with athletic shoes.
- A couple of Business casual dress outfits.
- A wristwatch (required)
- personal toiletries
- School supplies, pens, notebook, etc
- a travel alarm clock
There is a more detailed list with some explanations below.
Business casual
Don't forget your paperwork!
Make sure you have the required:
- Passport
- Drivers license / ID
Without these two, you’re dead!
But you also need:
- Airline tickets
- Hotel info
- Health / insurance card
- A list of your emergency contacts
- Transportation info, how are you getting from the airport to the hotel?
What you’ll need & what you can wear
Your airline will send you an info packet, which will outline the dress code they expect you to follow.
Airlines do not allow open-toed shoes under any circumstances while in training or in the classroom. So, no flip-flops, or sandals.
But, you may wear what you want on your own time.
For the classroom
Female Clothing Suggestions:
- Blouses and Tops:
- Bring a mix of blouses and tops in solid colors or subtle patterns. These can be layered, mixed & matched or worn alone.
- Example: Silk Blouse
- Pencil Skirts or Dress Pants:
- Pencil skirts or well-fitted dress pants are perfect for a professional look.
- Example: Black Pencil Skirt
- Cardigans or Lightweight Sweaters:
- Layering is key. Cardigans or lightweight sweaters can be thrown over blouses or tops.
- Example: Neutral Cardigan
- Comfortable Flats or Low Heels:
- Opt for closed-toe flats or low heels. Comfort is essential during long training days.
- You’ll want to look for high quality comfortable shoes. Remember, these will be your working shoes, so you’ll be walking miles in them.
- Example: Black Flats
- Wristwatch(requirement):
- A classic wristwatch is both functional and professional.
- In addition, wristwatches are a requirement in training.
- The watch has to be conservative and the band has to be black, brown, navy blue, gold or silver.
- Example: Simple Wristwatch
- Minimal Jewelry:
- Keep it simple with minimal jewelry – perhaps a pair of stud earrings or a delicate necklace.
- Example: Stud Earrings
Remember, these items can be mixed and matched to create various outfits. Stick to a color palette that allows easy coordination. And congratulations on embarking on this exciting career path!
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Male Clothing Suggestions:
- Button-Down Shirts:
- Bring a few well-fitted button-down shirts in neutral colors like white, light blue, or pale gray. These can be paired with different bottoms.
- Example: White Button-Down Shirt
- Dress Pants or Khakis:
- Opt for comfortable dress pants or khakis. These can be worn throughout the training.
- Example: Classic Khaki Pants
- Blazer or Sport Coat:
- A blazer adds a touch of professionalism. Choose a versatile color like navy or charcoal.
- Example: Navy Blazer
- Leather Dress Shoes:
- Comfortable leather shoes are a must. Make sure they’re polished and suitable for long hours. You’ll want to look for high quality comfortable shoes. Remember, these will be your working shoes, so you’ll be walking miles in them.
- Example: Black Leather Oxford Shoes
- Wristwatch(requirement):
- A classic wristwatch is both functional and professional.
- In addition, wristwatches are a requirement in training.
- The watch has to be conservative and the band has to be black, brown, navy blue, gold or silver.
- Example: Simple Wristwatch
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find out how to create a capsule (mix & match) wardrobe and make your packing & training easier.
For the Flight simulators
Female Clothing Suggestions:
- Athletic Shirts or Polo shirts:
- I recommend a shirt with a collar, very often they are referred to as a Polo shirt. You want to look professional, so make sure the shirt isn’t too tight.
- Opt for moisture-wicking athletic materials. These allow freedom of movement and will keep you cool.
- Example: Women’s Athletic Shirt
- Sports Bras:
- Choose comfortable sports bras that allow movement. Look for moisture-wicking fabrics.
- Example: Women’s Athletic sports bra
- Jeans or slacks
- Comfortable jeans or slacks are ideal for physical activities. Look for breathable fabrics.
- Example: Women’s Athletic slacks
- Cross-Trainers or Lightweight Sneakers:
- Cross-trainers or lightweight sneakers are perfect for agility. Ensure they fit well.
- NOTE: running shoes are NOT recommended. The way they are constructed is they have support front to back, but they don’t have much support side to side.
- Example: Women’s Cross-Trainers
- Hair Ties or Headbands:
- Keep your hair out of your face with hair ties or headbands.
- Example: Women’s Hair Ties
- Compression Socks:
- Long hours on your feet can be tiring. Compression socks improve circulation and reduce fatigue.
- I recommend wearing cotton socks over the Compression socks, the cotton will absorb sweat.
- Example: Compression Socks
- Hydration Pack or Water Bottle:
- Staying hydrated is crucial. Consider a small hydration pack or a water bottle.
- Example: Hydration Pack
Remember, the goal is to balance comfort, functionality, and professionalism. These clothing items will allow trainees to focus on their tasks without feeling restricted. Best of luck with your flight attendant training!
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Male Clothing Suggestions:
- Athletic Shirts or Polo shirts:
- I recommend a shirt with a collar, very often they are referred to as a Polo shirt. You want to look professional, so make sure the shirt isn’t too tight.
- Opt for moisture-wicking athletic materials. These allow freedom of movement and will keep you cool.
- Example: Men’s Athletic Shirt
- Jeans or slacks
- Comfortable jeans or slacks are ideal for physical activities. Look for breathable fabrics.
- Example: Men’s Athletic slacks
- Sneakers or Cross-Trainers:
- Invest in supportive sneakers or Cross-Trainers. Make sure they have good traction.
- NOTE: running shoes are NOT recommended. The way they are constructed is they have support front to back, but they don’t have much support side to side.
- Example: Men’s Cross-Trainers
- Compression Socks:
- Long hours on your feet can be tiring. Compression socks improve circulation and reduce fatigue.
- Example: Compression Socks
Pack Light and Look Great for Flight Attendant training,
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Optional clothing:
- On those rare evenings you’ll have off, You might want to bring something to go out at night.
- Comfy clothes for studying and hanging out in the hotel
- Workout clothes
- And sleepwear
How will you clean your clothes?
Your Training Center or hotel will have laundry facilities, or there will be a laundry nearby.
You will need to provide your own laundry soap and dryer sheets. There’s probably a vending machine at the laundromat that sells it.
You’ll want to bring personal toiletries:
- Shampoo,
- Conditioner,
- Make-up,
- Lotion,
- Shaving kit, etc.
Make sure you get enough sleep during training
Consider bringing the following:
- ear plugs
- a sleep mask
- a comfortable pair of pajamas
- Comfortable Slippers or Socks
- Relaxing Music or Guided Meditation (you may need to wind down)
- and a safety wedge / door lock for safety (you’ll want to feel safe!)
School supplies, you’re going to class, after all, so bring:
- A Notebook,
- Pens,
- Highlighter,
- Index cards might be useful
Convenience items
You may want to bring your tablet or laptop, along with the chargers that go with them. You won’t need any of these for classes. But you’ll be able to complete computer material from your room, rather than going to the computer lab.
A tote bag or briefcase to carry your belongings around the Training Center is handy.
I hope this helps
Being late for class is not a reason you want to be dismissed from training
So in addition to your phone, I seriously recommend that you bring a travel alarm clock. Your phone could go through an update overnight and…well, you just never know.
Packing for the journey:
We are very partial to using packing cubes. Why? In a nutshell, packing cubes makes life easier, much less stressful and the cost is very reasonable, so in our opinion, they are worth the cost.
Why use packing cubes?
- They allow you to stay organized. Pack related items in the same packing cube.
- Allows you to find items without going through the entire suitcase. Saving you a lot of time getting through the TSA screening and first thing in the morning during training.
- Packing cubes make it incredibly easy to unpack. Once you reach your destination, you simply take the packing cubes from your luggage and place them into the hotel dresser drawers.
- Using packing cubes can allow you to fit many times more clothing into the same size luggage. What you do is you pack the packing cube with your clothing. Then you remove the air from the packing cube, by pushing down on it or sitting on it. The resulting packing cube will take up much less room than the clothing alone.
What to look for when buying packing cubes?
- Make sure that the packing cube you purchase is the correct size. You don’t want to buy a packing cube that is bigger than your luggage.
- Purchase different sizes of packing cubes.
- The small cubes can be used to carry small items such as electronics, socks, underwear, etc…
- Medium sized cubes can be used to hold T-shirts and shorts.
- And the larger cubes can hold your shirts, pants, coats, etc…
Packing cubes also allows you to organize the items within your luggage.
- For example, you can use a smaller packing cube to keep your loose items together, such as toiletries, belts, hair accessories, underwear or electronics.
- You can have one cube for the clothing you’ll wear during classroom days (business), and another cube for training clothing, and a third cube to group smaller items of clothing together such as bras, underwear, swimming gear, socks etc…
- For items like blazers, dressy pants, business dresses and starched shirts you need a way to avoid wrinkles. To do this you can either use a garment bag or a Garment Folder. A Garment Folder will fit inside your luggage, but you’ll most likely get fold marks on your clothes, but you should be able to get rid of them by hanging your clothes in a steamy hotel bathroom.
- When using a packing cube, place your folded clothing at the bottom of the cube, then place your rolled clothing on top of the folded clothing. This should prevent your clothing from moving around inside the cube and prevent wrinkles.
Some additional tips on how to pack efficiently
Make a list of everything you need to bring. This will help you get organized and ensure you don’t forget anything important.
Check the weather: Make sure you check the weather forecast for the location where you will be attending the training program. This will help you pack appropriate clothing and gear.
Pack versatile clothing: Choose clothing items that can be easily mixed and matched to create different outfits. This will help you pack less and save space in your luggage. You can simplify your wardrobe by creating a capsule wardrobe.
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Visit your nearest hardware store: and pick up some painter shoe covers. If you’re packing dirty sneakers in your luggage, you can wrap the shoe covers around them to keep your clothing clean.
Do not over pack!
Keep in mind that you may be sharing a room with someone (or two). Closet space will be at a premium (Hangers will be in short supply, too).
And remember,
- you’ll have to take all your belongings back home with you
- PLUS all your training materials
- AND your whole new set of uniforms, possibly including your uniform winter coat.
That’s a lot to repack and get home!
NOTE: At many airlines, you will also be receiving a new Flight Attendant suitcase and tote bag as part of your uniform package. But this won’t always happen.
Getting through TSA screening
Carry-On Luggage: What You Can Bring
- Liquids and Gels:
- 3.4 ounces (100 ml) or less: You can bring small containers of liquids, gels, and aerosols in your carry-on bag. These items must fit comfortably in a quart-sized zip-top bag.
- Examples: Travel-size shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, and hand sanitizer.
- Electronics:
- Portable electronic devices (laptops, tablets, phones) are allowed in your carry-on.
- Lithium batteries: Devices containing lithium metal or lithium-ion batteries should be carried in your carry-on baggage.
- Most other consumer devices with batteries are also allowed.
- Note: Powerless devices won’t be permitted onboard the aircraft.
- Medications and Medical Supplies:
- You can bring necessary medications and medical supplies.
- Ensure they are properly labeled and in their original packaging.
- Liquids and Gels:
- SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MEDICATIONS
- Personal Items:
- Wallets, keys, and small personal items are allowed.
- Books, magazines, and entertainment devices can be carried.
- Snacks and empty water bottles are fine; you can fill the bottle after passing security.
- Clothing and Accessories:
- Wear comfortable shoes that are easy to remove during security screening.
- Light jackets or sweaters are allowed.
- Prohibited Items:
- Sharp objects (like knives or scissors) are not allowed.
Firearms, explosives, and self-defense items are strictly prohibited.
Checked Luggage: What You Can Pack
- Air Mattresses with Built-in Pump:
- Allowed in checked bags.
- Check with your airline for any size or weight restrictions.
- Alcoholic Beverages:
- Less than or equal to 3.4 ounces (100 ml): Allowed in carry-on.
- More than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol: Limited in checked bags to 5 liters (1.3 gallons) per passenger in unopened retail packaging.
- Over 140 proof (more than 70% alcohol): Not allowed in either carry-on or checked bags.
- Other Checked Baggage Rules:
- Checked bags must be no longer than 62 linear inches (length + width + depth).
Weight should be under 40 pounds; bags weighing more may incur additional charges.
What medicines Should you pack?
If you have a chronic condition it would be harmful and possibly dangerous to go without your medication for days or longer. Also there is no guarantee that the medications you’ll need will be available at your destination. So it’s important that you plan ahead. After all, if you’re not feeling well, you may not have the time or energy to try to find and get your medications.
Start thinking about this early:
- Talk to your doctor and try to get a supply of your medication that will last you for your entire trip.
- Carry a copy of your prescription and a note from your doctor. These two items will be invaluable if something happens to your medication supply, they should help you get more! They will also make the TSA screening process go faster.
Getting Prescriptions Through TSA
The TSA will allow you to carry on some prescriptions, but…
- All medicine must go through a screening process.
- All medicine must be clearly labeled to help in the screening process. This means that your medications need to be in the original packaging that you received from the pharmacy.
- TSA says that you are allowed to carry-on “medically necessary liquids, creams and medications” that are larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) in your carry-on bag.
- But if your prescription medications come in containers or bottles larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters), you will need to pack them separately in your carry-on bag.
- You need to declare each medication to the security officer when you arrive at the airport security checkpoint.
- It would be helpful to bring a note from your doctor stating that the medication is medically necessary, and again, make sure the medications are in their original packaging (bottles) that came from the pharmacy. If you’re using packing cubes, you can place the doctor’s note in the same cube with the prescriptions.
- TSA says that your prescriptions will be removed from your carry on so they can be screened separately from the rest of your belongings.
TSA Permitted items include:
- Over-the-counter medications and supplies, such as saline solution for contact lenses
- Water, juice, “liquid nutrition” (such as Boost), and gels that are necessary for a passenger with a medical condition or disability to consume during the flight.
- Mastectomy products and other cosmetic or medical augmentation items that contain gel or liquid
- Ice packs required to cool medications, life-sustaining materials, or disability-related items
- Breast milk and baby formula
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