Flight Attendants Training Practice

A reserve flight attendant receives work assignments primarily as needed from crew scheduling. This method allows airlines to flexibly manage staffing according to operational requirements, such as unexpected absences or changes in flight schedules. Crew scheduling monitors the current needs of the airline and can quickly assign reserve attendants to fill in gaps, ensuring flights are adequately staffed.

On the other hand, options such as preferred routes or a daily flight schedule are typically applicable to lineholders, who have more control over their assignments due to their more established status within the airline. Although reservists may express preferences, their assignments are determined by immediate operational needs rather than their preferences. The notion of being selected during training does not align with the operational practices seen in the airline industry; training is focused on skill development rather than immediate job assignments. Thus, the approach of assigning reserves as needed by crew scheduling is essential for maintaining the smooth operation of flights while managing fluctuating demands.