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Hawaiian Airlines cabin crew requirements
The hard filters Hawaiian 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
Tattoos must generally be covered while in uniform, with limited tolerance for small, culturally significant pieces reviewed case by case. Like most of the 59 airlines we index, nothing may show while you are in uniform.
Languages
Fluent English
Fluent English; Japanese and Korean speakers are actively sought for the Asia network, and 'Ōlelo Hawai'i is valued.
Education
High school diploma or GED; customer service or hospitality experience preferred.
Also required
Medical, swimming & documents
Right to work in the US, valid passport, ability to swim, and readiness for both quick-turn interisland days and 10+ hour international sectors.
Work rights matter here
Hawaiian 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaiian 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 |
| Alaska Airlines | 21 | — | Not allowed |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum height for Hawaiian Airlines cabin crew?
Hawaiian Airlines publishes no fixed height minimum — the test is whether you can reach the emergency equipment in the overhead compartments.
Can you join Hawaiian Airlines cabin crew with tattoos?
Tattoos must generally be covered while in uniform, with limited tolerance for small, culturally significant pieces reviewed case by case. Covered tattoos are not a problem; anything showing in uniform is.
What age do you need to be to apply to Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines's official careers page before ruling yourself out.