777 - Good luck with the interviews.
A while back in about 1994 when BA had alot of pilot CEP's who could get flight deck jobs due to the cut backs, alot of them actually worked as Cabin Crew for a few years. Most seem to have enjoyed it. I think you'd find that BA have no prejudice against former C/crew. Indeed several ex-C/C are now pilots for BA.
Most of the BA guys at Brum are very decent and if they know you are interested in a pilot job we be happy to talk to you about it and offer the jumpseat for an insight into what goes on.
C/C interviews don't think you'll find you need a great deal of technical knowledge about a/c - knowing what they look like may be a bonus! - However, if you have previously worked in aviation then they may expect you to know a little more. Also be aware that they are going to employ you as C/c and NOT as a pilot. Therefore don't talk to much about the technical side and concentrate on the customers, service etc. If you talk too much about the piloting side they will get the impression that you are only doing c/c as a stop gap and are not that committed - does not look good !
Anyway good luck with both! - Be sure to post the outcomes
