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trooping, to be fair its not very nice comming in here to attack us. I'm not sure what your job is, but as far as any cabin crew will know were here for everyones safety. If serving coffee and muffins were all we did do you think low cost would bother employing us at all? Not sure who you are or why your here but i suggest you don't make unfair comments (let alone on someones sexuality) on a topic you clearly have no education in.
Join Date: Feb 2003
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Thanks Leane7
I finally talked to someone who knew what they were talking about (I think)
Apparently QF/JQ staff can't fly domesticaly on Jetstar Asia. So if I was flying to Singapore I could get on the flight, but since I am want to fly to Darwin I can't.
I finally talked to someone who knew what they were talking about (I think)
Apparently QF/JQ staff can't fly domesticaly on Jetstar Asia. So if I was flying to Singapore I could get on the flight, but since I am want to fly to Darwin I can't.
Join Date: Aug 2005
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Progression
Hi fellow Jetstars.
Is it true that only the cabin crew who were originally with Impulse can progress to Qantas (ie anyone who joined after the change to Jetstar is not eligible)?
Thanks
Is it true that only the cabin crew who were originally with Impulse can progress to Qantas (ie anyone who joined after the change to Jetstar is not eligible)?
Thanks
Join Date: Dec 2005
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EAAFA
Any cabin crew that does 2 years of continuous service in the trenches with "THE STAR" (Jetstar) can then go on a list to one day progress to Mainline Qantas..... At this stage til MAC BANK get their little paws on us.....
Any cabin crew that does 2 years of continuous service in the trenches with "THE STAR" (Jetstar) can then go on a list to one day progress to Mainline Qantas..... At this stage til MAC BANK get their little paws on us.....
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Career Progression
Don't get excited about the career progression list.
As jetstarFA said you get to go on the list after two years of service........ but if you are offered it will be Perth base. Then you must do your time over there to get out, minimum of two years. A bit like our Hobart base - sorry Hobart people it is great down there.
Remember the grass isn't always greener........
Another tip all new cabin crew... once you do your six months put your name down on the part time list. It may take a while and you might not want it for a couple of years but its worth doing.
As jetstarFA said you get to go on the list after two years of service........ but if you are offered it will be Perth base. Then you must do your time over there to get out, minimum of two years. A bit like our Hobart base - sorry Hobart people it is great down there.
Remember the grass isn't always greener........
Another tip all new cabin crew... once you do your six months put your name down on the part time list. It may take a while and you might not want it for a couple of years but its worth doing.
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Is this True?
After travelling on Jetstar recently a friend has been suggesting that friends and family who use this airline should take a "Dustbuster"(portable vaccuum cleaner ) with them.
Apparently the aircraft dont get cleaned very often.
Apparently the aircraft dont get cleaned very often.
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Absolutely correct Le 3rd Homme - JQ do not have cleaners and you will never see me with a vacuum in my hand...... The transition from QFlink to JQ meant NO MORE cleaners.... Our wonderful management team that nuture the growth and personal development of all the staff ( oh sorry I am lying my face off) require the plane out on time and couldn't care less about the state of the aircraft - And neither do I.....
JQ managers don't care so I won't sweat if a pax has to sit in a row where a kid has spilt pringles and sultanas and all other food stuffs everywhere.... - I need to get in before curfew
JQ managers don't care so I won't sweat if a pax has to sit in a row where a kid has spilt pringles and sultanas and all other food stuffs everywhere.... - I need to get in before curfew
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Its even better when you find a child's urine (as well as rubbish) in a plastic bottle- still warm! Yum!
Or my personal favourite happens in all airlines...... the dirty nappy
Even though there a changing facilities on board some people find it more appropriate to change their child's nappy on the seat..... what a great idea so hygienic
Or my personal favourite happens in all airlines...... the dirty nappy
Even though there a changing facilities on board some people find it more appropriate to change their child's nappy on the seat..... what a great idea so hygienic
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Well authorities should do more home visits because I can only imagine how people live....
I see parents taking there children to urine soaked a/c toilets with no shoes on...If mum and dad don't care I am not about to call social services.....
If people need a lesson in etiquette and poise then I am more than happy to oblige, but while our democratic society allows Mr and Mrs Below Average travel rights then they are here to stay.....
Even if I begrudgingly allow them to pay my mortgage...
I see parents taking there children to urine soaked a/c toilets with no shoes on...If mum and dad don't care I am not about to call social services.....
If people need a lesson in etiquette and poise then I am more than happy to oblige, but while our democratic society allows Mr and Mrs Below Average travel rights then they are here to stay.....
Even if I begrudgingly allow them to pay my mortgage...
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i dont hesitate in asking people if they found the flush button okay when they come out the loo... and its obvious they didnt flush.
the amount of people that dont even TRY to look for it is bad enough.. not to mention the amount of people who dont even give a thought to washing their hands!
seriously.. if i was on a plane and i couldnt find the flush button.. i would put the lid down and ask someone.
same as with nappy disposal. leaving it UNWRAPPED and stuffed in a seatpocket is not polite. its downright rude and god forbid they do it on my flight i will chase them down the aerobridge with it.
(i have actually followed someone down the aisle with one once. the look of embarrassment on the mothers face was a classic. she apologised and told me she had 'fogot'. yeah right.)
the amount of people that dont even TRY to look for it is bad enough.. not to mention the amount of people who dont even give a thought to washing their hands!
seriously.. if i was on a plane and i couldnt find the flush button.. i would put the lid down and ask someone.
same as with nappy disposal. leaving it UNWRAPPED and stuffed in a seatpocket is not polite. its downright rude and god forbid they do it on my flight i will chase them down the aerobridge with it.
(i have actually followed someone down the aisle with one once. the look of embarrassment on the mothers face was a classic. she apologised and told me she had 'fogot'. yeah right.)
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Pet hate - changing baby on the tray table (before depositing nappy in seat pocket) ... do you change baby on your kitchen table at home? 
What part of "for those of you not familiar with the Airbus A320 we have 3 toilets on board ... and each of these are fitted with baby change tables" don't people understand???????
What part of "for those of you not familiar with the Airbus A320 we have 3 toilets on board ... and each of these are fitted with baby change tables" don't people understand???????
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oh - is THAT what they are for!!??
Well, when I used to travel on the greyhound bus (before, when it was cheaper than getting on a wonderful ol' Jetstar plane!) they NEVER had change tables for me to change my little angel!!
Besides, who is going to look after my 6 other screaming rude, runny-nosed barefoot, mohawk-haircut little blighters who are already running around swearing and already causing a ruckus all over the plane disturbing everyone else
while I am in the toilet changing my baby!!!???
Thanks Jetstar for allowing me to travel so cheaply!!!!
Now I can afford to buy my slab of beer and carton of Marlboros with my DSS allowance 
before the trip to settle MY nerves!!
Besides, who is going to look after my 6 other screaming
rude, runny-nosed barefoot, mohawk-haircut little blighters who are already running around swearing and already causing a ruckus all over the plane disturbing everyone else while I am in the toilet changing my baby!!!??? Thanks Jetstar for allowing me to travel so cheaply!!!!
Now I can afford to buy my slab of beer and carton of Marlboros with my DSS allowance before the trip to settle MY nerves!!
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"There but for the grace of God go I."
What happened to the empathy, understanding and generosity of the flight attendant profession? When did it become normal to think you are better than the person sitting in that seat who actually paid to be on your a/c? Yes we see some things that we don't like, it's called life, and within any social demography you have to accept that people may do things a little differently to you. Since when did it become acceptable to ridicule and belittle people who may be less educated, and less financial than we'll ever be.
What turns my stomache is the attitude of the crew I have to "teach" common manners and courtesies to on a daily basis. After all my years of flying I have not seen any worse on a JQ flight than I did in QF, the only difference now is that I don't have the luxury of ignoring it as it is "my zone" and the cleaners aren't coming on the turnaround.
Above all I wish for every single crew member who spends their day whinging at work to just leave and find something else. If you can find a job that pays better, has better conditions, and the customer treats you differently, then go for it. If you can't then think yourself lucky because you're actually doing OK afterall aren't you.
The world would be a better place if we just stopped to appreciate the life we have, and the opportunities that we have been given, some people only get to dream about it.
What happened to the empathy, understanding and generosity of the flight attendant profession? When did it become normal to think you are better than the person sitting in that seat who actually paid to be on your a/c? Yes we see some things that we don't like, it's called life, and within any social demography you have to accept that people may do things a little differently to you. Since when did it become acceptable to ridicule and belittle people who may be less educated, and less financial than we'll ever be.
What turns my stomache is the attitude of the crew I have to "teach" common manners and courtesies to on a daily basis. After all my years of flying I have not seen any worse on a JQ flight than I did in QF, the only difference now is that I don't have the luxury of ignoring it as it is "my zone" and the cleaners aren't coming on the turnaround.
Above all I wish for every single crew member who spends their day whinging at work to just leave and find something else. If you can find a job that pays better, has better conditions, and the customer treats you differently, then go for it. If you can't then think yourself lucky because you're actually doing OK afterall aren't you.
The world would be a better place if we just stopped to appreciate the life we have, and the opportunities that we have been given, some people only get to dream about it.
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Igunahead, I agree with you completely. We are very fortunate people. However...personally, with your thoughts in mind of course, I still draw the line when the hygiene of the customer and fellow customers is involved. This is the 21st century and even the less financial passengers can have the courtesy to flush the toilet and wash their hands with the free soap and free water on board the aircraft.
I do not care how socially unfortunate someone is, respect for other human beings when in a confined space is paramount.
Changing nappies on seats, letting children run wild and poor toilet etiquette are all non excusable.
I politely inform any passenger who crosses this line on my flights of it so that in future the passenger will have respect for her/himself and others.
Safe flying everybody, Seasons Greetings
QF SKY
I do not care how socially unfortunate someone is, respect for other human beings when in a confined space is paramount.
Changing nappies on seats, letting children run wild and poor toilet etiquette are all non excusable.
I politely inform any passenger who crosses this line on my flights of it so that in future the passenger will have respect for her/himself and others.
Safe flying everybody, Seasons Greetings
QF SKY
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HoHum & Igunanahead,
Apologies if I have offended anyone with my comments. There was no malice intended, just a little light humor on what we as JQ crew sometimes deal with on our flights.
I have had several passengers on flights asking me to watch their children while they change their baby's nappy. I am more than happy to oblige and it is nice to be able to sit with passengers and take some time out.
I am sure I speak for myself and other crew in saying no one would make any comments regarding passengers education, socio economic status etc. We are very lucky to have air travel so accessible now and I am sure alot of people appreciate this.
Apologies if I have offended anyone with my comments. There was no malice intended, just a little light humor on what we as JQ crew sometimes deal with on our flights.
I have had several passengers on flights asking me to watch their children while they change their baby's nappy. I am more than happy to oblige and it is nice to be able to sit with passengers and take some time out.
I am sure I speak for myself and other crew in saying no one would make any comments regarding passengers education, socio economic status etc. We are very lucky to have air travel so accessible now and I am sure alot of people appreciate this.
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But....
The a/c are still not cleaned.
I am taking my family to Ballina on Jetstar.(no other choice)
I am definitely now going to bring disinfectant wipes and a portable vacuum cleaner.
I am not going to sit in someone elses mess, even if it is only for a short time.
If it is as bad as has been suggested every state health department on the east coast is going to hear about it.
I am taking my family to Ballina on Jetstar.(no other choice)
I am definitely now going to bring disinfectant wipes and a portable vacuum cleaner.
I am not going to sit in someone elses mess, even if it is only for a short time.
If it is as bad as has been suggested every state health department on the east coast is going to hear about it.