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Young aspirants dream of joining the aviation industry due to multiple job opportunities and lucrative salary packages. But often the careers of the aviation industry are primarily represented by the very glamorous “Cabin Crew” position only. Other career opportunities are equally as promising as a cabin crew that aspirants can get in the aviation industry.

Government Aviation Colleges offers an array of aviation courses including International Air Transport Association authorized courses that aspirants can opt for to make it big in the aviation industry. Today, let us have a close look at the top 5 alternatives to Cabin Crew jobs in Aviation Industry that an aspirant can eye for to start their aviation journey with flying colors. They are as follows

Airline Load and Trim Officer

Aircraft are powerful but at the same time, they are delicate too. So a lot of methodical calculation is required for managing the cargo in flights. An airline load and trim officer weighs and balances the cargo, passenger’s luggage, mails etc. carried in a particular flight. The officer issues loading instructions and load sheet and strictly follow the regulatory requirements to maintain cargo and passenger safety of an aircraft.

Passenger Handling Executive 

The passenger handling executives are experts in Luggage transfer, baggage claims, ticket services, and many more, They are responsible for providing the passengers with a smooth check-in experience. If you have a very pleasant experience boarding a flight remember the passenger handling team has a major contribution to it.

Airline Customer Service Manager

The prime duty of an airline Customer Service Manager is to deal with the passengers and ensure they board the flight in a hassle-free manner. The managers also resolve queries of the passengers and offer acceptable solutions to any problems that crop up. At higher levels, they provide training to the freshers of his/her team.

Fares and Ticketing In-charge

The Fares & Ticketing In-Charge books and confirms reservations for passengers, and issues them tickets. They are well prepared to answer questions about itineraries and fares, prepare invoices and manage last-minute reservations and cancellations.  Moreover, they can also land jobs in museums, Hotels, and Resorts, parks, various offices, multinational companies as receptionists or front desk operators.

Inflight Services and Security Personnel

This job is suitable for aspirants who possess good observation skills. The inflight services and security personnel deal with hazard identification, risk management, and safety assurance.

These are some of the top alternatives to cabin crew jobs in the aviation industry that aspirants can eye for if they want to climb the steps of success quickly in the aviation industry without becoming an air hostess or cabin crew.