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What are the company's medical requirements?

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Testing for Ebola, zika, West Nile and any other life-threatening and/or contagious illnesses/diseases.

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What is the maximum age limit to be a flight attendant, and can permanent Canadian residents become flight attendants?

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There are no maximumage restrictions, and for AC mainline, you have to hold a valid Canadian passport.

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Can I apply for this before graduating?

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If you're graduating soon and would like to have a job lined up for when you graduate, sure.

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Is there an age limit for the position of flight attendant?

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Anyone over the age of 18 can apply.

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Do flight attendants have to be below a certain weight?

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No -- as long as you are able to move freely along the plane without causing any trouble, then you should give the job a try.

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How tall do I have to be to become a flight attendant?

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It doesn't matter the height, but age does. You must be at least 18 to be an attendant.

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Are there any specific courses in high school I should take to become a flight attendant?

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No, you simply must have a high school diploma, which means you need to pass all the basic courses and graduate.

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Do I need to know two of the languages that they provide?

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If bilingualism is indicated as a requirement for the position in the job posting, then it is mandatory to know 2 languages.

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Am I able to apply if I have a record?

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If you have a criminal record you may not be able to apply, as AirCanada or any other airline do not trust criminals, but it depends how serious the crimes are.

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How do you apply for the Air Canada training program?

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You need to apply for an open position and be accepted in order to start the training program.

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I'm a Cameroonian of age 21. I have a high school diploma in science and speak both French and English fluently. Is it possible to apply for air attendance at Air Canada?

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Do you have a Canadian passport? Citizenship? If not, then work on getting that first. They will not hire you if you don't meet those requirements.

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How long are training courses?

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Training length changes, depending on the Air Canada line you are applying for, but it generally takes about seven or eight weeks.

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What is a wage for a flight attendant?

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The median annual Flight Attendant salary is $70,853, as of April 27, 2017, with a range usually between $56,861-$87,854, however this can vary widely depending on a variety of factors.

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Can I apply for a job with Air Canada if I don't live in Canada or am not a Canadian citizen?

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You need a Canadian passport to be one of their flight attendants, so you need to be either a Canadian citizen or a dual citizen.

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What if I don't have a Canadian passport?

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Well, you can't even get into Canada if you don't have a passport. You must have a passport in order to enter Canada. After that, you may apply for the job.

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Can I become a flight attendant for Air Canada if I only speak English?

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No. To become a flight attendant for Air Canada, you must be fluent in English and French.

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Can international students apply for flight attendant jobs once they finish their study, but still are temporary residents?

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You would need a valid Canadian passport. Look into it more or even becoming a citizen.

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How do I apply? I didn't see the options for applying.

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Go to the "carrier opportunities" section on the Air Canada website.

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Can I apply if I am sixty years old?

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It depends on the specific airline.

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Do they test for drugs?

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Yes. When you get sent for your physical, there is also a urine drug test. You will also be asked to fill out a form where you will specify whether or not you have ever tried illegal drugs, how long ago, et cetera.

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Does speaking multiple languages mean I'm bilingual?

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No. If you speak multiple languages, it means you'e a polyglot. If you are bilingual, you only speak two languages.

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How do I apply to Air Canada from India?

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You can apply on their website; however, you need to live in Canada and be eligible to work there in order to be accepted.

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Can I apply if I'm a permanent resident?

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Yes, as long as you have a valid permit or PR you can apply. Make sure if you have a working visa that is open for working anywhere in Canada.

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Can I apply to be a flight attendant if I am from Pakistan after I get my my i.com and aviation diploma?

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Yes, you may. Just make sure that you live within 90 minutes of the nearest airport.

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Do I need to be smart to work as a flight attendant?

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No, as long as you have common sense and complete the appropriate trainings you should meet the requirements and qualifications for being a flight attendant.

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I got the phone interview, but the recruiter didn't say anything about next interview or events. Does that mean I didn't pass?

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Quite possibly, but they will hold your resume on file for 6 months. Keep applying.

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If I pass the interview and medical, do I get to go to the training process?

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All training information is given once your final hiring decision has been made. You will receive a phone call from recruiters giving you all the details concerning the training program, from location to dates. You could also receive a confirmation email.

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Would it be beneficial to go to flight training school?

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It won't hurt, as the school will teach aircraft safety, service, etc., but the airline will give its new hires that training anyway. Spending your efforts on learning a second language will probably be more beneficial to being hired, particularly French. Not just Air Canada, but all major airlines in Canada greatly favor French-English candidates. Search for French courses for flight attendants.

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Can I apply to Air Canada when I am in Africa? If I qualify, how do I move to Canada?

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Yes, you can apply to Air Canada. But qualifying doesn't mean you will automatically be granted a Canadian passport. You will have to meet all the criteria Canada has put in place before they give you a Canadian passport, and even though having qualified will certainly be a plus in this application procedure, it is by no means a guarantee. Air Canada will not just give you a passport, nor are they likely to pay for your moving to Canada. So if you qualify for a job at Air Canada, start the passport application procedure; once you have that, pay for your flight to Canada and rent or buy a place to live that's near a Canadian airport.

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Can I have a valid Canadian passport, but not be living in Canada at the time I am applying to become a flight attendant for Air Canada?

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If you hold a Canadian passport, yes, you can apply. But you have to be ready to show up for training in case you are contacted, as well as relocate to the airline base if hired.

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