10 Things Flight Attendants Rarely Talk About, Plus Tips to Make Your Flights More Comfortable

One of the most romantic vocations in the world is that of a stewardess. These stunning women wear high heels while maintaining their composure and smiling under every circumstance. Naturally, flight attendants keep their personal secrets from ordinary travellers.We've made the decision to discover what stewardesses are really hiding behind their gracious grins and pick up some new skills that will enhance any trip. We also learned that flight attendants can occasionally enjoy themselves at work and forget about protocol.

10. In the past, flight attendants were all men.

The original flight attendants were men. As usual, one courageous woman—a nurse by the name of Ellen Church—changed the course of events. In 1930, she gained her pilot's licence and applied to work for Boeing Air Transport as a flight attendant. Other airlines came to the conclusion that this was a brilliant marketing strategy to draw customers since, if a young child did not fear flying, then others would surely follow suit.