I think most F/A's take it as a job and many get trapped in it as a career. Usually the motivation is travel polished by the glamour the airline sells. In many cases I have seen a F/A can end up a coulda shoulda woulda complaining about the nicotine fit they are having, tis no life. I have known of aircraft mechanics who have done it for the bennies on the side while attempting to get an inside track on what they love to do most with the airline. It is a great JOB for a young person, I can not see how it could be a desirable long term career though.
Last edited by grounded27; 15th May 2013 at 23:35.