I have a general question. I often come across the term "Purser" in these forums. Who is a purser and how do I identify him/her? What are their responsibilities?
Polar Man
Nov 24, 2010 2:04 pm
Purser generaly means the lead flight attendent. They are usually identified by a special pin or different uniform on most airlines.
A ship's purser (also purser or pusser) is the person on a ship responsible for the handling of money on board. On modern merchant ships the purser is the officer responsible for all administration and supply; frequently the cooks and stewards answer to him/her as well.
Ancien Maestro
Nov 24, 2010 7:20 pm
Hence the word "purse".. means money bag handler..:)
skylady
Nov 25, 2010 12:29 pm
The good one's will identify themselves. If in doubt, just ask an FA.
Rejuvenated
Nov 25, 2010 1:36 pm
On airlines like CX, there is a "Senior Purser" in addition to a "Purser".
HowieG
Nov 25, 2010 4:48 pm
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Originally Posted by Rejuvenated
On airlines like CX, there is a "Senior Purser" in addition to a "Purser".
'cause they are AARP in addition to being a purser -;)
Ancien Maestro
Nov 25, 2010 6:46 pm
The good one's will stay employed.. a history of handling money..
