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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alan Jones

Major UK airliner wants to hire 1,000 new cabin crew members

  • easyJet is launching a significant recruitment drive to hire nearly 1,000 new cabin crew members for 2026.
  • The airline is specifically encouraging young adults and school leavers, particularly those not in employment, education, or training, to consider a career in aviation.
  • This initiative follows new research revealing that misunderstandings about the cabin crew profession deter many young people from applying.
  • The survey found that over 90 per cent of 16-24 year olds were unaware there are no minimum educational qualifications required for the job.
  • Aviation Minister Mike Kane commended easyJet's investment in young people and efforts to break down barriers to career opportunities.

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