Have you received training on how to handle an in-flight emergency?
Speak about your experience. Assure the interviewer of your ability to handle most emergencies professionally. If you are new to the industry and don't have the relevant training required, be forthright and speak to any other valued training you've completed; anything may be relevant or helpful. Most of all, exhibit a willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
"In my role with Company ABC, I received over 100 hours of in-flight situational training. I am confident in my ability to react professionally and appropriately in an emergency."
"As I am new to a career in the airline industry, I have not received in-flight emergency training; however, I have taken emergency response training in my current position at the hospital. I am confident in my ability to react professionally and appropriately in an emergency, and I look forward to taking the in-flight training with Qantas Airways."
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Anonymous Answer
I used to undertake flying lessons at the Royal Aero Club, and through the Cadets, we are taught with what to do if an in-flight emergency was to occur. I'm sure with training through Qantas there are more procedures I need to learn so that in an emergency I will be fully equipped with what to do.
Rachelle's Feedback
It sounds like you have some excellent training! A slight reword would help with impact.
"I took flying lessons at the Royal Aero Club through Cadets. In these lessons, I learned how to handle an in-flight emergency. With further training from Qantas, I will be further equipped."
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