British Airways
The Heathrow-based airline faced criticism when it was revealed that all new female flight attendants joining its mixed fleet must wear skirts as part of a uniform designed by Julien MacDonald.
All new recruits had the option of wearing trousers until the rule changed in 2010, now all female staff must wear the skirt.
Some crew members were unhappy with the directive, so they asked their union, the British Airlines Stewards and Stewardesses Association, which is part of Unite, to express their concerns with the airline.
British Airways defended the decision at the time, saying all female recruits are aware of the rule when they sign on.
Former British Airways flight attendant Kim Osborn, who now runs GoCabinCrew.com and offers private training, said she preferred wearing a skirt during her 28-year career.
She said: ‘If I was travelling to somewhere very cold then I would always wear the trousers, but I preferred working in a skirt. I felt smarter working in a skirt.’
She said cabin crew sometimes sleep in their uniforms on long-haul flights, and comfortable shoes are the most important item.
Ms Paddock said most carriers offer a variety of options to female flight attendants, including a skirt, trousers or a dress.
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