Cabin Crew Height-Weight

I mentioned in a few posts ago that all airlines have a specific Height Requirement for cabin crew which is fixed to a minimum of 158-160cms (5’3”) for Females, and for 170cms (5’7”) for Males. And then Females need to be between 18-22BMI range and Males have to be 20-25 BMI range. It is not very difficult to modify your weight, but difficult to change your height. International airlines will just assess your appearance by eye. The most important thing for them is that you look physically healthy and your weight looks in proportion to your height. Your weight definitely will be measured during medical tests. However, there is not a set weight you will have to be. You also have to do a reach test of 212cms (6’11”) for most International Airlines Interview, with no shoes on.

It is very important to know what is your exact correct height, and weight. Then Google can help you get your correct BMI. BMI is a measure based on the height and weight of a person and is used as a way to calculate the health risks of carrying any excess fat. You are expected to maintain your weight throughout your Cabin Crew Life, or else you have to face various consequences. There are various ways you can follow to reduce weight and maintain the same. Whatever suits your Body you can follow and practice the same. Before you start with any sort of dieting or food practices, please know your body well. Your food pattern should not make you sick or ill in any case.

Many times, I came across a few cabin crew members who fell sick and/or fainted due to low sugar in their system, due to lack of proper food. Trust me, any Airline Company will definitely not appreciate or support these kinds of efforts to maintain or lose weight.

Airlines don’t discriminate against short or tall people, they care about the safety of their passengers but height is very important and is closely related to the Safety aspect of the job. The aircraft's safety and survival equipment is located in overhead compartments or in lower-level deep storages, that is why you are required to have an extended arm reach to be able to grab that equipment.

While it may vary from airline to airline, the basic requirement is that weight be in proportion to height so that flight attendants can fit in the jump seat and easily move down the aisle without difficulty. For safety reasons, flight attendants must also be able to easily fit through the emergency exits. Cabin Crew are required to stand for long periods of time and carry our strenuous activities. So, airlines look for candidates who are healthy and will be able to fulfill the job.

It is also believed (by some airlines), that WEIGHT is a very important factor for an aircraft. So, if the crew members are all within the stated range of BMI that helps in the weight/load calculation and/or reduction of the aircraft.

That’s all for today. I will be back soon with more writing. Thank you.