12 Mar The vision requirements a future cabin crew must meet
Because we’ve received so many emails regarding the vision requirements a future cabin crew must meet, I’ve decided to write this article with the information you need to know.
Diopters
According to the requirements imposed by most airlines, as long as your diopters are between +/- 4 and in some cases +/- 5 (depending on the airline company) you have every chance of becoming a cabin crew. However, if your diopters are higher that specified, you won’t be able to pass the eye test and work within the field.
The ISHIHARA Eye Test
Many companies test their future cabin crew to make sure they meet the vision requirements. The most common eye test is the Ishihara, which is a test of color and visual acuity. Dr. Shinobu designed the test in 1917, and it’s the easier way to detect color blindness.
*** important: if you’re planning a corrective eye surgery, be sure you do it at least six months before the interview.
Glasses vs. Contact Lenses
Both forms of vision correction are accepted by most airlines, but you must remember to always have an extra pair of glasses/ set of contact lenses with you. You might need them in case of emergency.
Good luck!
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miaow
Posted at 16:51h, 27 MarchCould you please tell me if the ISHIHARA Eye Test is carried out with both eyes at the same time or with one eye at a time? Thank you!
Anca Dumitrescu
Posted at 19:58h, 08 AprilHello,
It is carried out with one eye at a time.
NAME*
Posted at 10:46h, 23 SeptemberSo if I’m blind on one eye I can’t become an airhostes??
Ana Maria
Posted at 17:15h, 25 SeptemberHello dear, I am sorry, but no, you can’t become a Flight Attendant.
NAME*
Posted at 16:42h, 20 OctoberHi! I have astigmatism and my eye grade is gradually increasing, is there still chance for me?
Alisson
Posted at 04:08h, 08 MarchI’m not sure yet but I might be Color Blind.
If I do am color blind does gthat means that I can’t become a flight attendant?
I’m looking forward to aplying for airlines from the midle east
Marz
Posted at 11:56h, 28 DecemberSo if i get laski eye correction surgery on my eyes, because my eyesight is wayyyy higher than -/+4 at least 6 months before the interview i can still be a cabin crew member and pass the test with correction? I’m just a bit confused and i wanna work for Emirates! Any answer will be highly appreciated! Thanks
Andreea Julei
Posted at 15:04h, 10 JanuaryHello,
As long as you will respect they requirements and your eyesight will be in between +/- 4, they will not have any problem. It doesn”t matter in which way you will correct it. Wish you all the best!
Batlinia Jana
Posted at 07:02h, 18 JanuaryI hve a compound power of both +and – 5 -7 and m working as a hotelier and pursuing my diploma in hotel Management so can I apply?
Andreea Julei
Posted at 00:18h, 22 JanuaryHello,
The requirments regarding vision in aviation are +/-5 maximum. That’s what they are saying, but our advice it’s to still try and maybe you will be lucky.Wish you all the best and follow your dream!
Isha Pandit
Posted at 16:03h, 06 SeptemberHow about one eye defect? If one eye is perfectly fine and the other one have blury vision which even glasses cannot correct? Will they be able to pass the vision test?
Vandana
Posted at 14:09h, 11 SeptemberSo my eyesight number is 4 and I use spectacles right now but after surgery can I apply for eligible for cabin crew or air hostess
Vandana
Posted at 14:14h, 11 SeptemberHii ! So I use spectacles (myopia) and my eyesight number is 4 can I apply or eligible for cabin crew and air hostess