When people think about becoming cabin crew, the first things that come to mind are travel, meeting new people, and providing excellent service. While all of that is true, there’s much more to the role than most imagine. Airlines look for candidates with unique skills that go far beyond a friendly smile.

The government’s approval of Gatwick Airport’s £2.2bn second runway is set to reshape the aviation sector in the South East. With 100,000 additional flights each year and 14,000 new jobs projected by 2029, this expansion will demand more than new infrastructure, it will require people.

In aviation, where precision, innovation, and resilience are paramount, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are not just ideals - they are essential instruments for progress.

The UK labour market is shifting, and fast. According to the latest Pertemps CBI Labour Market Update (May 2025), while employment is rising, so are the challenges for employers, especially in specialist sectors like aviation.