Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Flight attendants occupations: 16 years and over
LEU0257880800A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
88.00
Year-over-Year Change
49.15%
Date Range
1/1/2011 - 1/1/2024
Summary
Tracks employment levels for full-time flight attendants across the United States. Provides critical insights into labor dynamics in the commercial aviation sector.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This economic indicator measures the number of full-time flight attendants employed as wage and salary workers. It reflects trends in air transportation employment.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Bureau of Labor Statistics household surveys.
Historical Context
Used by airlines, labor economists, and transportation policy analysts to assess workforce trends.
Key Facts
- Reflects commercial aviation employment trends
- Includes workers 16 years and older
- Part of comprehensive labor market analysis
FAQs
Q: How many flight attendants are typically employed full-time?
A: Employment levels vary by economic conditions and airline industry performance. Typically ranges between 50,000-100,000 workers.
Q: What factors impact flight attendant employment?
A: Airline industry health, travel demand, and economic conditions significantly influence employment levels.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current employment snapshots from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Q: Do these numbers include part-time workers?
A: This specific series focuses only on full-time wage and salary flight attendants.
Q: How reliable is this employment data?
A: Collected through scientific sampling methods with high statistical validity and minimal margin of error.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Flight Attendants Employment (LEU0257880800A), retrieved from FRED.