10 Secrets Flight Attendants Rarely Share and Proven Comfort Tips for Your Next Flight

8. Payment to flight attendants is withheld until the aircraft door is closed.

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At many airlines, hourly pay starts only after the door is closed. Time spent greeting, helping with boarding, doing safety prep, or waiting during delays on the ground often goes unpaid.

Because of this system, lengthy gate holds can be discouraging. Attendants must manage energy, maintain service standards, and stay patient even before their paid time begins, adding pressure to an already demanding schedule.