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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Daily Mirror
British Airways bans cabin crew from taking certain photos on layovers
BA has cited security concerns over potential AI-powered location identification as the main reason for the ban, which follows another set of photo rules for staff that was introduced in 2023 British Airways staff have been banned from posting photos during layovers in popular destinations, it has been reported. The UK's flag carrier has implemented strict new social media restrictions aimed at stopping cabin crew from sharing layover snaps from their accommodation in locations such as the Maldives, Cape Town and Singapore. The airline has not implemented the ban in a bid to ruin all of the fun, but instead to mitigate any potential security risks. BA has cited security concerns over potential AI-powered location identification as the main reason for the ban. It claims that sophisticated computer software could analyze seemingly innocent background details to identify specific hotel locations and crew accommodation patterns, potentially putting the flight staff in jeopardy. Now, crew members must delete such photos and videos from their personal accounts, even private ones. Aviation A2Z reports that all British Airways members, including pilots and cabin crew, are affected. Get Ready With Me videos - in which people film themselves putting on their outfit for the day - filmed in hotel rooms and bathrooms are now banned. Outfit of the Day content showing off BA uniform is also on the scrapheap. Fun photos taken in hotel pools, at private beaches and in the lobby areas are also now forbidden. Back in February 2023, BA introduced a raft of new rules that stopped staff from posting videos and pictures while they were "professionally engaged' in their duties. That included workers on security checks, passenger service, and operational activities. Those rules were designed to clamp down on cabin crew members documenting their lives for TikTok and Instagram followers. A ban on sharing photos of crew sat inside aircraft engines was also brought in. Staff were unhappy at the time, with the following backlash leading BA to clarify that crew could still share photos in their uniform, so long as they weren't actively working. In April, a British Airways crew member was found dead in a hotel room during a stopover - although it is not clear if the new photo policy is connected to the tragic event. Concern was raised for Irfan Ali Mirza when the 45-year-old man failed to report for duty on Thursday after staying at the crew hotel in San Francisco, US. He had arrived there on a flight from London Heathrow and had a two-day layover before the return journey. Hotel managers eventually unlocked Irfan's room where they found the father of three dead on the bed. Police said the responding officers' investigation of the scene "did not discover any evidence of foul play" and the body was taken by the medical examiner. The BA 284 flight from San Francisco International Airport to London Heathrow due to depart at 4.20pm on Thursday April 17 was cancelled. One Mile At A Time reported that Mr Mirza's fellow crew members were too upset to fly. BA has been contacted for comment.
Daily Mirror
25-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Ryanair, easyJet and BA - exact amounts you could earn as a flight attendant
Ever wondered how much the cabin crew of your favourite airline earns? See how much you could earn if you fly with easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways, Jet2 and more Are you one of the people who have always wondered whether your true calling lies in jet-setting on an airplane from one exotic location to another? The most practical way to fulfil said calling — when you don't have thousands of pounds lying around to spend on leisure travel — is to apply for a job as the cabin crew of an airline. For those wondering just how well that job is going to fill your pockets (and feed you.. and pay your bills.. you get the gist) look no further, because we've collated a list of cabin crew salaries across some of the biggest airlines that operate in the UK. easyJet As per Aviation A2Z, easyJet crew are paid a basic standard salary which is likely to increase by 20 per cent from May 1, after a successful agreement was reached between the workers' union in the United Kingdom and the airline. Currently, the easyJet cabin crew is paid an overall salary that starts from £22,000 per year, with £2,000 average increments in each annual cycle. Each individual's salary largely depends on their overall experience, the total duration of their employment with the airline, the flight hours they clock, and the applicable taxes if they work in different EU countries. Beyond their base wages, easyJet cabin crew are entitled to layover allowances for meals, which vary depending on the destination. The airline also arranges transportation for the crew to and from the airport while they are in transit. Furthermore, cabin crew can earn a 10% commission on every sale made during a flight, which includes food, drinks, and duty-free items offered on board. Ryanair According to a 2024 Telegraph story — where one of their writers took part in a Ryanair recruitment day — it was found that cabin crew were paid an average salary of approximately £23,000. The starting salary stands at £15,750, but this doesn't account for flight payments (crew members earn a supplement for each hour they spend in the air) or commission. Additionally, staff are said to enjoy the benefit of unlimited standby tickets. British Airways As of 2024, Aviation A2Z reported British Airways cabin crew wages were relatively modest compared to other airlines in Europe and worldwide. Entry-level crew members at BA reportedly start with a salary of £16,800 a year, which can increase to around £28,000 annually, depending on flying hours and additional allowances. For senior cabin crew — known as in-flight managers at BA — those working on the airline's premium long-haul routes such as New York and Sydney (via Singapore), could earn up to £50,000. This would make the base pay for an entry-level cabin attendant at British Airways stand at just over £8 per hour, a number that is admittedly very low, assuming employees were clocking 40-hour work weeks for 52 weeks in a full year. In February this year, British Airways introduced a profit-sharing bonus for cabin crew and ground staff for the first time, as per PYOK. This move comes as part of the airline's newly approved three-year pay deal which will ensure a 10.5 per cent salary increase for thousands of employees of the airline. The agreement was reportedly supported by over 86 per cent of the workers at BA in a recent ballot and it guarantees an immediate pay rise and minimum bonus of £1,000. Profit sharing will be linked to the airline's annual operating margin, offering a maximum payout of 4% if performance goals are achieved. Additional perks: Cabin crew members are offered an optional £1,500 tech allowance, which is deducted in equal monthly instalments from their salary over a 12-month period. Employees also enjoy discounted tickets for themselves, as well as for their family and friends. Unlimited standby tickets are available, along with standby fares in premium cabins for designated beneficiaries. British Airways covers transportation expenses for its cabin crew while they're traveling. Crew members receive travel discounts on partner hotels and airlines. BA has partnered with various restaurant chains and retail brands both in the UK and internationally, providing further benefits to its employees. Jet2 As of 2023, British low-cost carrier Jet2 was hiring cabin crew members based at Manchester Airport with no previous experience required and an on-target earning salary of £30,000. There was also a 'generous commission scheme' in place and additional payments such as sector and duty pay, a free uniform and car parking at the airport, no upfront fees for the cabin crew training course, as well as discounts on Jet2holidays and holidays and flights being offered to the cabin crew. TUI As per Cabin Crew Wings, TUI offered an average fixed-term base salary of £18,000 per annum to cabin crew as of 2024, which could increase to £30,000 for more senior positions. Other perks included holiday benefits such as discounts, great foreign exchange rates, exclusive offers and insurance, and a pension scheme.
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
American Airlines Makes Concerning Decision on Flight Attendants: Report
For anyone taking a flight, whether it's a domestic or international flight, having a great staff of flight attendants can make a big difference. Having some friendly faces on the flight to help with little things just goes a long way. Now, a new report states that American Airlines has paused hiring flight attendants for summer 2025, due to economic concerns in the United States. American Airlines, which is headquartered at the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, seems to be "responding to changing market conditions as business travel spending decreases and leisure travel faces potential cutbacks from cost-conscious consumers," according to Aviation A2Z. "Consumers see most leisure travel as discretionary," adds Gary Leff of View from the Wing. "There's been some pullback in airline schedules, and some lower fares in the market." The report comes from aviation watchdog JonNYC, who sent out some messages about the matter on Bluesky. "Not confirmed but from generally reliable person," he said in an April 1 post. "Apparently AA is suspending/pausing all flight attendant hiring and training for the entire summer due to travel demand uncertainty." He added, "I'd say it's def true that: - some are saying they received emails saying that all face to face interviews and training classes for the summer are being paused/pushed to later in the fall." According to Aviation A2Z, "The slowdown comes as multiple indicators suggest reduced demand for air travel. Businesses are trimming travel budgets, consumers are reconsidering discretionary spending on leisure trips, and airlines have begun scaling back flight schedules in some markets." So, if you're flying this summer on American Airlines, don't be surprised if you see fewer new flight attendants. It's worth noting, of course, that American Airlines has not released an official statement on the matter yet.
