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Alaska Airlines cabin crew requirements
The hard filters Alaska Airlines applies before a recruiter reads your CV — age, reach, tattoos, languages and documents, with how strict each one is compared to the rest of the industry.
Minimum age
21 years
Most carriers set 18; Gulf and US majors usually 21.
Height & reach
No published minimum
Reach matters more than height: you must access the emergency equipment overhead.
Tattoos
Nothing visible in uniform
Modest visible tattoos are tolerated under the modernized appearance policy within size and placement limits; nothing on face or throat, nothing offensive. Like most of the 59 airlines we index, nothing may show while you are in uniform.
Languages
Fluent English
Fluent English; Spanish and Japanese are advantages as the international network grows.
Education
High school diploma or GED; two years of customer service preferred.
Also required
Medical, swimming & documents
Right to work in the US, valid passport, ability to pass background and drug checks, and willingness to accept any base — new hires frequently start in Anchorage or San Francisco.
Work rights matter here
Alaska Airlines expects the right to work in US. Without it, applications are usually filtered out before assessment regardless of how strong the rest of your profile is.
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Stricter or softer than its rivals?
| Airline | Min age | Reach | Visible tattoos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Airlines | 21 | — | Not allowed |
| Delta Air Lines | 21 | — | Not allowed |
| American Airlines | 20 | — | Not allowed |
| United Airlines | 21 | — | Some allowed |
| Southwest Airlines | 21 | — | Some allowed |
| JetBlue | 21 | — | Some allowed |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum height for Alaska Airlines cabin crew?
Alaska Airlines publishes no fixed height minimum — the test is whether you can reach the emergency equipment in the overhead compartments.
Can you join Alaska Airlines cabin crew with tattoos?
Modest visible tattoos are tolerated under the modernized appearance policy within size and placement limits; nothing on face or throat, nothing offensive. Covered tattoos are not a problem; anything showing in uniform is.
What age do you need to be to apply to Alaska Airlines?
The minimum is 21. There is no published upper limit at most carriers, and experienced applicants in their 30s and 40s are hired regularly.
Requirements change without notice — tattoo and grooming rules in particular have been relaxed at several airlines since 2022. Always confirm on Alaska Airlines's official careers page before ruling yourself out.