Jumpseating with a beard?

[DrewBlows]

I need to travel this weekend and since there is always a possibility I may have to ride in the jumpseat I need to know if you guys would kick me off for having a beard.

I've been off for a few weeks and since it's winter and I live in Michigan decided I should take the opportunity to grow a beard. I still have a few weeks before I have to go back to work and don't really want to shave if I don't have to. So, would you kick me off the airplane for having a beard? Does your company prohibit jumpseaters from having a beard?

 

[rightseatjocky]

Do you look like towel head? oops was that an incorrect statement?

 

[AiRegency]

Yeah, I would hate doing it but our guidelines require a certain dress and appearance if your going to occupy a jumpseat. That appearance standard is the same as it is for any other crew member because that is what you are at that point. So you would have to be neatly shavin. Of course it's not just for looks but also so the oxygen mask will fit tightly on your face if need be. And no, goatees aren't technically approved either. Though if you showed up with one and a convincing and compelling enough story for why you have to get to where your going so bad not thinking you'd be forced into a jumpseat then I might be more likely to maybe, maybe turn a blind eye to it, if you work for an airline I'm trying to get on with or have food for me. Make it a good story involving a sick or dieing loved one and last chance for goodbyes. That'll do it. Then you'll be good to go. But I do like chocolate and it does go a long way in my heart. Straight through my aorta and firmly lodged in the vessels of my paracardium according to my doctor. Easiest way to enjoy smooth sailing though is surely to be clean shavin. Good luck.

 

[DrewBlows]

I'm not above chocolate bribery.

 

[dbchandler1]

just make sure you wear your flannel and bring your chew too!

 

[MALSR]

Is it that difficult and time consuming to look and act like a professional?

 

[NSW]

If an O2 mask can't make a seal on your face you may not be qualified to ride on the cockpit jumpseat, which rules out a beard. Depends on what the GOM says for the airline you're flying, of course.

 

[tscarecrow]

What about this... had a mesa jumpseater (I'm not kidding) a few weeks ago, he had to ride up front. It was night time and he was in uniform. He was a relatively new hire.

The flight complete, he's getting up to get off, open the door, etc.. and I see for the first time... HIS BIG BLING DIAMOND EARRING. Don't know how I missed it. I **** you not I was so dumbfounded I was speechless.

I let him go without saying a word.

 

[Spidey]

..no..

 

[Island Hopper]

Shave it off, you dont want the embaressment of getting booted

 

[FurloughedAgain]

<earlymorningrant> Why must we always strive to do the least possible? Is it so much a burden to look presentable and professional in exchange for a free airplane ride?

Sometimes I wish the world was still like it is in those old black and white movies where men wore hats, jackets, and ties when they traveled.

When did we as a civilization lose our dignity and self respect? </earlymorningrant>

 

[Oakum_Boy]

Since fat, stupid, ugly, uneducated people learned they can sue if they don't get what they want.

 

[John Pennekamp]

Y'all take yourselves too seriously. I'd take a pilot with a beard. Who really cares?!!!

 

[DrewBlows]

Since fat, stupid, ugly, uneducated people learned they can sue if they don't get what they want.

What does this have to do with anything?

 

[DrewBlows]

Y'all take yourselves too seriously. I'd take a pilot with a beard. Who really cares?!!!

Hmmm... do you happen to be going to FAT this tomorrow?

 

[Oakum_Boy]

Don't sue me, bro!

 

[prtyprtyprncss]

<earlymorningrant>
When did we as a civilization lose our dignity and self respect? </earlymorningrant>

It all started in October of 1978 (incidentally before many on this forum were even born)...when de-reg opened the world of air travel to the "unwashed masses"...when I was a kid airplane trips meant dressing up and not even thinking about being rude or disrespectful to a crew member or CSA...now look at it...matching luggage means 2 plastic WalMart sacks...ever walked to the back of the plane looking for a paper and find a complete set of finger/toenails on the floor? What the hell is the matter with people?

 

[John Pennekamp]

What the hell is the matter with people?

Our society abolished personal responsibility a long time ago. These days, "it's all about me".

 

[generaltso]

Figure out a way to non-rev or buy ID90. There are only a few times during this career when you can grow a beard. It's not worth shaving it off just to jumpseat. The other alternative is seeing how full the flight is. If you can expect to sit in the back, check in up front and explain your situation. If they have a problem say "I understand, no prob". If it was me, I would think it was great and welcome you on-board.

 

[G2T]

Is it that difficult and time consuming to look and act like a professional?

Everyone needs to lighten up. Did you read the first post? HE'S ON VACATION!!! I know we are hiring young these days, and some of you may not be able to respect the act of growing a beard (hang in there little fella, someday it will happen to you too) but I do the same. Vacation starts, shaving stops. Welcome aboard!