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8. Payment to flight attendants is withheld until the aircraft door is closed.
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Many airlines compensate flight attendants hourly, but only once the aircraft door is sealed. This means they receive no payment for time spent on pre-flight preparations or post-landing activities. Consequently, delays before departure can be particularly aggravating, since crew members earn no wages during this period.
This compensation structure is distinctive to the airline industry, where ground time doesn't qualify as working hours. Flight attendants must organize their time efficiently, juggling job responsibilities with their pay realities. Delays can result in extended hours without compensation, creating additional pressure in an already demanding profession.
