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Jun 24, 2015, 11:34 am
#16
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I find it interesting that so many cabin crew [and on so many airlines] feel it acceptable to talk about personal matters within earshot of customers. I'm confident that all of them will have been told during training that it is unprofessional.
For me, the worst times have probably been when I can't escape from it. I have in mind the instances I have been in the window seat on the upper deck [you know, the K seat near the emergency exit on the right hand side and facing the crew seats - perhaps it's the same on the A side] and the times I thought "I really don't want to hear this", especially during descent when it is relatively quiet compared with take-off. Not good.
For me, the worst times have probably been when I can't escape from it. I have in mind the instances I have been in the window seat on the upper deck [you know, the K seat near the emergency exit on the right hand side and facing the crew seats - perhaps it's the same on the A side] and the times I thought "I really don't want to hear this", especially during descent when it is relatively quiet compared with take-off. Not good.
Jun 24, 2015, 1:24 pm
#17
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Its not the first time this has happened the past few days. Some more public than others. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-33253979
Jun 24, 2015, 3:28 pm
#18
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2 straight male FA's on one flight!!! 
Jun 24, 2015, 6:12 pm
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I endeavor to learn one new thing every day... unfortunately my side trip to www.urbandictionary.com has left me wanting to unlearn today's new thing...
Jun 24, 2015, 6:50 pm
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I just can't believe it!
Do I live a particularly sheltered life? (Dictionary rather than the OP's comments.)
Do I live a particularly sheltered life? (Dictionary rather than the OP's comments.)
Jun 24, 2015, 6:54 pm
#21
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Was flying to Heathrow yesterday. Upon reaching the gate we waited a wee while for disembarkation.
During this time, the CSD and his colleague lamented how they had a "space rocket" working with them from the route they had performed a few days previous and that she was "a nightmare to work with" ... They then continued... "thank god it was an all male crew today, at least they get things done without talking about the latest celeb gossip or working on their nails".
I looked at my OH who was, quite frankly, disgusted by the sexist attitude being shown. When the CSD turned around and saw her with a surprised look on her face, he commented, "oh dear, should have looked first before I opened my mouth".
Words fail me.
Oh, and it gets better. During the cabin service, the same two guys were telling each other to "check out 5D". Funnily enough 5D was a blonde female.
Have to say - wasn't the best flight. And the fact these were two very seasoned colleagues in the cabin I was rather shocked. I've flown with them before.
During this time, the CSD and his colleague lamented how they had a "space rocket" working with them from the route they had performed a few days previous and that she was "a nightmare to work with" ... They then continued... "thank god it was an all male crew today, at least they get things done without talking about the latest celeb gossip or working on their nails".
I looked at my OH who was, quite frankly, disgusted by the sexist attitude being shown. When the CSD turned around and saw her with a surprised look on her face, he commented, "oh dear, should have looked first before I opened my mouth".
Words fail me.
Oh, and it gets better. During the cabin service, the same two guys were telling each other to "check out 5D". Funnily enough 5D was a blonde female.
Have to say - wasn't the best flight. And the fact these were two very seasoned colleagues in the cabin I was rather shocked. I've flown with them before.
Jun 24, 2015, 8:11 pm
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Jun 25, 2015, 2:17 am
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Galley Talk...
Well, we've all learned something new from this at least!
Jun 25, 2015, 2:44 am
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I endeavor to learn one new thing every day... unfortunately my side trip to www.urbandictionary.com has left me wanting to unlearn today's new thing...
Jun 25, 2015, 3:22 am
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Aye, that is, a, uh, new one on me. As a glaswegian i use 'rocket' a lot, often pronounced row-kit (ya pure mental rocket....for instace); but that's just...eh....naw, seriously, naw.
Anyway, thae two gie me the boak, report the bampots.
Anyway, thae two gie me the boak, report the bampots.
Jun 25, 2015, 3:59 am
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Jun 25, 2015, 5:00 am
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Crikey. Bear TMI
And totally unprofessional. Though I suppose a plane's a bit small to find somewhere to discuss your customers out of their hearing.
And totally unprofessional. Though I suppose a plane's a bit small to find somewhere to discuss your customers out of their hearing.
Jun 25, 2015, 11:12 am
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I take the gossip any day over the usual announcements. From the boring how-fasten-a-seat-belt to the unbearable duty-free announcement, I'd much rather hear where the attractive females are located or which working colleague was slow.
Jun 25, 2015, 12:33 pm
#29
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Personally I couldn't give a monkey's what they gab about.
Jun 25, 2015, 2:46 pm
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Was flying to Heathrow yesterday. Upon reaching the gate we waited a wee while for disembarkation.
During this time, the CSD and his colleague lamented how they had a "space rocket" working with them from the route they had performed a few days previous and that she was "a nightmare to work with" ... They then continued... "thank god it was an all male crew today, at least they get things done without talking about the latest celeb gossip or working on their nails".
I looked at my OH who was, quite frankly, disgusted by the sexist attitude being shown. When the CSD turned around and saw her with a surprised look on her face, he commented, "oh dear, should have looked first before I opened my mouth".
Words fail me.
Oh, and it gets better. During the cabin service, the same two guys were telling each other to "check out 5D". Funnily enough 5D was a blonde female.
Have to say - wasn't the best flight. And the fact these were two very seasoned colleagues in the cabin I was rather shocked. I've flown with them before.
During this time, the CSD and his colleague lamented how they had a "space rocket" working with them from the route they had performed a few days previous and that she was "a nightmare to work with" ... They then continued... "thank god it was an all male crew today, at least they get things done without talking about the latest celeb gossip or working on their nails".
I looked at my OH who was, quite frankly, disgusted by the sexist attitude being shown. When the CSD turned around and saw her with a surprised look on her face, he commented, "oh dear, should have looked first before I opened my mouth".
Words fail me.
Oh, and it gets better. During the cabin service, the same two guys were telling each other to "check out 5D". Funnily enough 5D was a blonde female.
Have to say - wasn't the best flight. And the fact these were two very seasoned colleagues in the cabin I was rather shocked. I've flown with them before.