B727FA
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Yes they do...do you think the bags just jump in on their own?ALL ABOARD! GREYHOUND BUS DRIVERS DON'T EVEN LOAD BAGS ON THE BUS!
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Yes they do...do you think the bags just jump in on their own?ALL ABOARD! GREYHOUND BUS DRIVERS DON'T EVEN LOAD BAGS ON THE BUS!
You need "training" to pull trash or cross a seatbelt? And FA's are the stupid ones?If the company wants us to help with aircraft cleaning and bags on quick turns then they need to negotiate in the contract and train us to do it.
You need "training" to pull trash or cross a seatbelt? And FA's are the stupid ones?
You need "training" to pull trash or cross a seatbelt? And FA's are the stupid ones?
So FA's shouldn't get your trash bag for the flight deck, get you a soda, snack, etc b/c that's not in THEIR job description?
Get over yourself...you're not that important. Trust me...
With most everyone trying to apply to be on the NetJets/Options/Flexjet (insert fractional here) kick, perhaps you realize they do it all as well. Cleaning, catering, cleaning up after the 4 year old snot that dumped grape juice all over the carpet because the parents can afford to charter an airplane so they dont have to. Sure the pay might be slightly higher, after being in the 135 world as some of you have been, and listening to some of their pilots, grass ain't always greener.
Point is, throwing bags, probably not the most advisablet thing to do. I'll run a valet down if it gets past our crack delta agents in atl, but that's about it. Cleaning the cabin and tidying up? Just because we sit up front, doesnt mean we're above helping our flight attendant(s).
This thread has gotten slightly out of control. Yes, we need uphold our profession, but if it boils down to cleaning the cabin? We have MUCH bigger fish to fry in the "how we uphold our profession" fight. Let those that get paid to work outside the plane, work outside the plane. that can be done while boarding.
Don't get injured on the job, use some common sense, but lose the elitest attitude. Makes me f**** sick.
I've been very impressed with SWA crews as well. I've also seen them bring down gate checked strollers and car seats (not heavy lifting, but hey, you just saved one of your rampees 3 minutes).I used to work the ramp for SWA. I cannot tell you how many times flight crews would help us out. They might not hop in the bin but they'd grab the gate checks or if it was just two rampers working the flight they'd toss a few bags. What's not professional about customer service? They are the ones responsible for your paycheck. The mentality of I don't have to lift a finger is wrong. I agree and respect the injury component and yes there are contractual issues. But if they are really swamped on the ramp, most won't mind. In fact they'll probably be grateful.
However, having worked the ramp I am not afraid to help the guys and gals - especially when they're busting their ass. It's not beneath me because unlike some - I care enough to keep the Customer coming back and have a job. It is okay to get out of the cockpit and help out. Bring up the stroller if they are busy or help the guys and gals with the belts if you're not busy. It only takes a second. But to say it's unprofessional? Please! It has nothing to do with dragging down the industry.
So FA's shouldn't get your trash bag for the flight deck, get you a soda, snack, etc b/c that's not in THEIR job description?