‘No zits, slender legs, nice hands…’: Bizarre 1954 flight attendant requirements resurface and Reddit can’t believe it

In 1954, there was fewer safety and tougher, tough, tough, loss, a list of physical and personal requirements. “1954 The requirements of the flight attendant, which are entitled “The Requirements for Being Server”, which is divided into a machine list from Chicago and Southern Air.

Among the strict requirements. Women should be alone, 22 to 28 years old, weighs 100 to 120 pounds and have thin legs, even teeth (without visible gold fillers), a good wheelchair and a natural color without skin. The list also mentioned that applicants must have at least four years of college or two years of college and two years of work experience, as well as the “ability to continue to talk about talking.”

Reddit’s reactions quickly and pointed. One commentator wrote:

Another user told the rough reality of being served during that era, saying: Measurements and weight have been taken daily. A very limited diet, smoking is encouraged. Are embarrassed if they were spoiled. “

The post also highlighted how a thorough course dictated how attendants attend. “They told them how to walk, including the old” pile of books on the old “test. Walk with steps with legs and feet. Thank you all, “added commentator.

The locking response mocked the strange qualification chance. Gross and beautiful hands, don’t forget beautiful hands. “

One that summed up the era. “Yes, the Golden Age of Aviation. Security Nah. Thin legs. Absolutely necessary. “