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We compile and share several corporate cabin crewmember written or interviewed publications, industry-related news and podcasts source links, and published works.
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SYDNEY BOSMANS HONORED AT NBAA BACE
Surviving Adversity and Rebuilding in Its Aftermath
In her first public remarks since surviving a February 2024 fatal business jet accident in Naples, FL, professional flight attendant Sydney Bosmans accepted NBAA’s Above and Beyond Award for Heroic Achievement in recognition of her actions that saved her own life and those of her two passengers onboard.
Following a moment of silence for the two pilots who lost their lives in the accident, Bosmans shared she continues to grapple with post-traumatic stress disorder. “My processing has only just begun,” she said. “A dear friend of mine recently said, there is a survival of the event, and then there is a survival afterwards. That is where survival truly begins.
“I am not up here with it all together, and that’s okay,” Bosmans added. “I hope you can give yourself the same permission, regardless of what you have been through.”
Bosmans also called for mandated safety training for business aviation flight attendants. She credited such training – which she sought out and paid for on her own only months prior to the accident – for quickly locating and opening the rear baggage door they escaped through.
“I see a day where there’s no such thing as a cabin server with no safety functions,” she said. “This entire business of aviation is based on a first-class, high touch experience. So why are you comfortable with not providing safety on a first-class level?"
CFA/FT RELATED/FOCUSED PUBLICATIONS
Tips for Safe and Successful Business Aviation Flight Catering
JAN/FEB 2023
Regardless of who is responsible for placing catering orders in a business aviation flight operation – whether it’s a flight attendant or technician, a schedule/dispatcher, pilot or administrative assistant – it is attention to detail that determines the safety, satisfaction and overall cost of in-flight sustenance.
If it’s handled by a member of the crew, catering is usually the flight attendant’s responsibility. To avoid serving passengers a case of intestinal distress, they should acquire “Food Handling 101” knowledge and skills ...
[BA Insider] click on image to read
Flight Crews: Staying on Top of Your Game
DEC 2022
Business aviation is a dynamic endeavor that requires each member of the aviation team to maintain a fit mind, body and spirit that sustains a healthy work-life balance. Each team member also must pursue a continuing education program that keeps pace with evolving processes and technology.
Given their diverse knowledge and skill requirements – from cabin safety and security to food handling – there is no one way for flight attendants to achieve this goal ...
[BA Insider] click on image to read
Understanding the Importance of the Lay Responder Experience ... In Cardiac Arrest
MAR 2022
Bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is critical to increasing survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. However, the percentage of cases in which an individual receives bystander CPR is actually low, at only 35% to 40% globally.
[AHA Circular] click on image to read
INDUSTRY ONLINE NEWS SOURCES - JOIN
AIN ONLINE
News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.
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ALTITUDES MAGAZINE
Since inception in 2003, Altitudes magazine has cemented it’s position as the leading lifestyle publication dedicated to business aviation. With a global reach exceeding 340,000 individuals, Altitudes offers unique industry insight, information and in-depth articles for the growing group of high net worth individuals who own or charter business aircraft.
Register to receive: Altitudes Magazine
AVWEB
AVweb is independent aviation news magazine. It publishes the articles related to various aviation topics such as flight planning, flight training, aircraft upgrades and many more.
Register to receive: AVWeb
BLUESKY NEWS
Weekly International Business and Private Aviation Industry News
Register to receive: BlueSky News.Aero
BUSINESS AVIATION INSIDER
Business Aviation Insider, the official magazine of NBAA, is offered in web and digimag formats.
NBAA Member access: NBAA Insider
CFA-FOCUSED ARCHIVED ARTICLES
CONTRACT FLIGHT ATTENDANT BEST PRACTICES
Business Aviation Insider Article | Article Link
WHAT IT'S REALLY LIKE TO BE AN AIR STEWARDESS ON A PRIVATE JET
by Carolyn Paddock, Travel Expert/CFA | Traveling Blogger Article Link
THE SECRET LIFE OF A CORPORATE FLIGHT ATTENDANT
Interview with Tennille Murphy, CFA | Here Magazine Article Link
CONFESSIONS OF A VIP PRIVATE JET FLIGHT ATTENDANT
Interviewed CFA's: Kimberly Benton & Mary Kalymnou | CNN Article Link
CABIN SAFETY ARTICLES
Recognizing Flight Attendants as Trained Professionals
Cabin crewmembers are part of a team that ensures safety, as well as excellent service.
Click here to read | BUSINESS AVIATION INSIDER
Cabin Crews Concerned About Fatigue Affecting Safety
Just as pilots have flight- and duty-time limits, it’s important for cabin crews to have similar standards to mitigate fatigue and ensure safety.
Click here to read | BUSINESS AVIATION INSIDER
Beyond Passenger Service
Business jet accident shows the value of exceeding regulatory requirements for flight attendants.
Click here to read | FLIGHT SAFETY FOUNDATION