Confessions of a Trolley Dolly

An Open Letter To Disruptive Passengers.

Over the course of my flying career I have encountered more disruptive passengers than I care to remember. When I say disruptive I don’t mean the ones who are annoyed because we don’t have any chicken left; or the ones who blame you .....
Style In The Aisles – The Top Ten Cabin Crew Uniforms 2017

Each year since 2014, here at the fashion pages of Confessions of a Trolley Dolly, we have been unveiling our Top Ten Cabin Crew Uniforms in our ‘Style In The Aisles’ section. Airlines such as Vueling, British Airways, Emirates, S7 .....
Style In The Aisles – Eva Air Shiatzy Chen Designed Uniform.

On August 24, 2017, Taiwanese carrier EVA Air unveiled its stunning new staff uniforms, created by fashion house Shiatzy Chen. Replacing the airlines current uniforms which were introduced in 2003, the new outfits were showcased at a special .....
A Day In The Life Of A Long Haul Flight Attendant

Ever wondered what its like to be a Long Haul Flight Attendant? Well wonder no more, as we get the behind the scenes scoop from cabin crew member Rosie, who has been flying for just under 2 years. Over to you Rosie! Phase 1 – The Tiredness and .....
Angels Of The Sky – Wilbert van Haneghem, How Aviation Training Became a Vital Lifeline

Wilbert van Haneghem, purser for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, proved three years ago that flight safety training, those annual recurrent and exams do come in useful when you need them the most. And not only on board your aircraft. Our training can come .....
Confessions of a Trolley Dolly IFE – Comedy Zone.

Welcome ladies and gentleman to the ‘Video Zone’ of your Confessions of a Trolley Dolly Inflight Entertainment (IFE) system. Here you can watch a variety of aviation comedy and cabin crew spoofs from the comfort of your own seat. The .....
Angels Of The Sky – September 11th 2001.

The terrorist attacks in America on September 11th, 2001 changed the world forever. As the tragic events unfolded, people around the globe watched in horror as thousands of innocent lives were lost right before our eyes. The aviation industry would .....
How To Be The Perfect Airline Passenger.

Ladies and Gentleman a very warm welcome onboard. Do you ever wonder why cabin crew always give you dirty looks? Why the trolley always seems to bang into your elbows or knees as it passes? Why every time the crew get to your seat there’s only .....
Aviation and Cabin Crew Jargon Explained

Have you ever heard cabin crew talking about ‘Crop dusting in cattle class?’ And who is this mysterious ‘Bob’ they keep referring to? Surely a ‘Stroke and grope’ can’t mean what it sounds like and what the .....
An Open Letter From A Flight Attendant: We’re there to save your arse, not kiss it!

You have to have a very thick skin to be a flight attendant. Being verbally abused, shouted and screamed at has always been one of the perils of our career, even during the glory days of the glamorous jet-set. Sometimes however, even the most .....
Confessions of a Trolley Dolly IFE – Advert Zone

Welcome ladies and gentleman to the ‘Advert Zone’ of your Confessions of a Trolley Dolly Inflight Entertainment (IFE) system. Advertising is an important part of any global airlines campaign to attract passengers and over the years there .....
A Day In The Life Of Cabin Crew – Thomson Airways.

The primary role of Cabin Crew onboard any aircraft around the world is safety. Forget your life jackets, safety cards, oxygen masks and seatbelts; should the proverbial hit the fan, we are the only piece of safety equipment passengers will need to .....

Angels Of The Sky – British Airtours Flight 28M Manchester Ringway Disaster

22/08/2015 // 4 Comments

Manchester Airport, early morning of August 22, 1985. It was the peak of the British summer holiday .....
A Tribute To Malaysia Airlines.

24/07/2014 // 13 Comments

On March 8, 2014 Malasyia Airlines (MAS) flight MH370 disappeared without a trace. Although there .....
Angels Of The Sky – September 11th 2001.

11/09/2012 // 0 Comments

The terrorist attacks in America on September 11th, 2001 changed the world forever. As the tragic .....
Angels Of The Sky – Barbara Jane Harrison BOAC Flight 712.

18/07/2012 // 16 Comments

On Monday April 8, 1968 Barbara Jane Harrison put on her designer BOAC uniform and made her way to .....
Angels Of The Sky – Flight Attendants of ‘Cactus 1549’ – The Miracle on the Hudson

15/01/2013 // 7 Comments

On January 15th, 2009 the world watched in horror as US Airways Flight 1549 ditched into the Hudson .....

Style In The Aisles – The Top Ten Cabin Crew Uniforms 2017

20/09/2017 // 1 Comment

Each year since 2014, here at the fashion pages of Confessions of a Trolley Dolly, we have been .....
Style In The Aisles – Eva Air Shiatzy Chen Designed Uniform.

29/08/2017 // 0 Comments

On August 24, 2017, Taiwanese carrier EVA Air unveiled its stunning new staff uniforms, created by .....
Style In The Aisles – flydubai Rolls Out New Uniforms

05/07/2017 // 0 Comments

Dubai-based flydubai is excited to announce the roll out of a new uniform as it enters its .....
Style In The Aisles – Air Canada’s New Christopher Bates Designed Uniforms.

12/02/2017 // 0 Comments

On Thursday February 9, 2017 Air Canada (AC) unveiled its new charcoal grey and black staff .....
Style In The Aisles – The Top Ten Cabin Crew Uniforms 2016.

15/11/2016 // 2 Comments

Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls welcome to the third annual ‘Style in the Aisles’ Top Ten .....

A Day in the Life of Cabin Crew – BA CityFlyer

19/08/2015 // 1 Comment

The primary role of Cabin Crew onboard any aircraft around the world is safety. Forget your life jackets, safety cards, oxygen masks and seatbelts; should the proverbial hit the fan, we are the only piece of safety equipment passengers will need to .....
A Day In The Life Of Cabin Crew – Thomson Airways.

10/04/2016 // 0 Comments

The primary role of Cabin Crew onboard any aircraft around the world is safety. Forget your life jackets, safety cards, oxygen masks and seatbelts; should the proverbial hit the fan, we are the only piece of safety equipment passengers will need to .....
Style In The Aisles – The Top Ten Cabin Crew Uniforms 2017

20/09/2017 // 1 Comment

Each year since 2014, here at the fashion pages of Confessions of a Trolley Dolly, we have been unveiling our Top Ten Cabin Crew Uniforms in our ‘Style In The Aisles’ section. Airlines such as Vueling, British Airways, Emirates, S7 .....
What made you want to be cabin crew?

18/02/2015 // 17 Comments

What made you want to be cabin crew? Was it the thought of travelling the world, visiting exotic and far-flung destinations and getting to stay in the best five-star hotels? Was it your desire to wear a fabulous designer uniform and strut your stuff .....
Angels Of The Sky – Flight Attendants of ‘Cactus 1549’ – The Miracle on the Hudson

15/01/2013 // 7 Comments

On January 15th, 2009 the world watched in horror as US Airways Flight 1549 ditched into the Hudson River in New York, after a bird strike caused the loss of both engines. Regularly referred too as ‘The Miracle on the Hudson’, the ditching was .....

The Top Ten Cabin Crew Lies.

To be a good flight attendant, you also have to be a very good liar. It’s one of the unwritten requirements of the job. We lie to passengers from the moment they step .....
The A-Z Of Aeroplane Jetiquette.

The Oxford English dictionary defines the word ‘Etiquette’ as “the customary code of polite behaviour in society or among members of a particular profession .....
You Know You’re Cabin Crew When…..

Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls a very warm welcome onboard. Please now stow your hand luggage, take your seats, shut up and belt up. Recently I asked my lovely .....
50 Useless Aviation Facts.

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome onboard. Ever wondered why the cabin lights get dimmed for take off and landing when it’s dark? Perhaps you’ve pondered how much the .....
How To Be The Perfect Airline Passenger.

Ladies and Gentleman a very warm welcome onboard. Do you ever wonder why cabin crew always give you dirty looks? Why the trolley always seems to bang into your elbows or .....
The Ghosts Of Flight 401…..

Have you ever been onboard an aircraft alone in the galley in the middle of the night and felt like you’re being watched? Like someone is there with you? Usually it’s .....
Style In The Aisles – The Top Ten Cabin Crew Uniforms of 2014.

Ladies and gentlemen welcome to the fashion pages of Confessions Of A Trolley Dolly. Forget Vogue, forget GQ, our Style In The Aisles section is THE place to get all the .....
The A-Z Of Airline Passengers.

Everyday, cabin crew around the world come into contact with hundreds of different people, from all walks of life. I’m sure most crew will agree that the passengers we .....
Now More Than Ever, We Trolley Dollies Must Stick Together!

It’s a challenging time to be cabin crew. Being verbally abused, shouted and screamed at has always been one of the perils of our career. We literally come in to contact .....
Angels Of The Sky – Asiana Airlines Flight 214.

We’ve heard it all before, “You’re just a glorified waiter/waitress in the sky”. ‘Cart-tarts’, ‘Flight-deck floozies’, my own blog even brands us ‘Trolley .....