Qatar Airways features and amenities

 

Qatar Airways off ers First, Business and Economy Class cabins, Oryx in-flight entertainment system, Privilege Club frequent-flyer program and a Premium Terminal at Doha International Airport.

 

First Class

 

Qatar Airways First Class seat converts into a 198cm (6.5ft) bed equipped with massage functions. A feathered duvet is provided.

 

The First Class passengers will be chauff eured to the aircraft for boarding in a BMW 7-Series.

 

Business Class

 

Business Class cabin features 180 degree flat bed seats, foot rest with 8 in- seat massage settings, in-seat power supply and touch-screen inflight entertainment on 39 cm (15.4in) monitors.

 

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Economy Class

 

The Economy Class seat features a pitch of 86cm (34 in) and an in-flight entertainment screen at each seat on selected flights.

 

Dining

 

First Class off ers a ten-course menu including caviar, lobster, Arabic Mezzas and fine chocolates and a fine selection of wines and champagnes.

 

Business Class service can be a la carte or dine-on-demand. Made from fresh ingredients and designed by award-winning chefs, the menu is described as exquisite and eclectic.

 

Economy Class off ers generous and delicious meals made from fresh ingredients.

 

In-flight entertainment system Oryx

 

Oryx Entertainment system is available at every seat for the wide- body aircraft fleet and it features over 770 audio and video options.

 

The OnAir service is gradually introduced on the Airbus A320 fleet. Passengers are able to use their mobile phone during the flight for sending and receiving SMS and MMS messages, e-mail or browse the internet.

 

Frequent flyer

 

Qatar Airways popular Privilege Club program has four tiers:

 

• Privilege Club

 

• Burgundy which requires 50 Qpoints for entry

 

• Silver which requires 150 Qpoints for entry

 

• Gold which requires 300 Qpoints for entry

 

Depending on flight duration and class of travel, the passengers will be awarded a certain number of Qpoints. Qatar Airways has been invited to join OneWorld Alliance with the joining date being set for August 2013.

 

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Departure services

 

Online check-in is available between 36 hours and 90 minutes prior to the flight departure. Passenger may choose their preferred seat and print their boarding cards.

 

Alternatively, check-in can be done at Doha International Airport.

 

First and Business Class passengers can check-in at the dedicated Premium Terminal where a concierge is available to assist the passengers.

 

Premium Terminal

 

The Premium Terminal at Doha International Airport is a unique concept available for First and Business Class passengers flying with Qatar Airways from Doha.

 

The terminal features concierge meet and greet, seated check-in areas, self-service kiosks for passengers without checked baggage and dedicated First and Business Class Lounges.

 

The First Class Lounge hosts a fine-dining area, spa, jacuzzi and sauna, massage treatment rooms, showers and privacy rooms where passengers can rest before their flights.

 

Other amenities available for both First and Business Class passengers are conference and meeting rooms, business center, game room, children play area and nursery, dedicated boarding gates and duty-free shopping.

 

Lounges

 

Qatar Airways off ers its own Premium Lounge in London Heathrow. At all the other destinations in Qatar Airways network, First and Business Class guests, as well as Privilege Club Gold and Silver members will be provided with access to a third-party business lounge.

 

Cabin Crew Life

 

Doha

 

The Corniche is a central point in Doha. You can take a stroll along the coast and admire the ever developing skyline of the city.

 

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Visit Souq Waqif, one of the oldest souqs (traditional Arabic market ) in Doha, a maze of tiny alley ways loaded with shops. There you will also find the falcon souq, a fascinating place where you can see price tags as high as US$10000 for a falcon. Numerous malls, restaurants and 5 star hotels, in addition to a safe environment make Doha a hospitable home for expats around the world.

 

Accommodation

 

You will be off ered a shared apartment in one of the most modern buildings in Doha. The apartment is fully furnished and each flat-mate has their own bedroom and bathroom. Living-room and kitchen areas are shared. All utilities are paid for by the airline.

 

Transportation

 

A company branded bus will pick you up from your accommodation building and drop you off at the airport crew center. This will be done approximately 1 hour before the start of your duty.

 

Also, you will be dropped off at your accommodation at the end of the duty.

 

Salary

 

The start-up salary for a cabin crew during the first 6 months (including the 7 weeks training period) is US$904 (QR 3300). After the 6 months of probation, the basic salary will be increased to US$1027 (QR 3750).

 

You will be paid for your flying duty US$10.65 (QR39) per hour.

Expect to work 60-80 duty hours in one month.

 

On top of this you will also be paid a meal allowance at your layover destinations, calculated per hour of stay.

 

During the initial training you will be paid the basic salary and off ered a welcome bonus of US$ 548 (QR 2000).

 

 

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Annual Leave

 

You are entitled to 30 days annual leave. You will be given one free ticket per year to travel back to your country.

 

Travel concession

 

You will have unlimited discount tickets (ID 90 - not confirmed or ID 50 - confirmed seats) for yourself on Qatar Airways routes.

 

You will also have one ID 90 and one ID 50 per year for each of your parents and siblings.

 

Uniform

 

The female cabin crew uniform consists of a burgundy tunic-styled jacket, skirt and hat, and a white blouse. In-flight, a navy blue service waistcoat is worn.

 

The female In-Flight Service Director wears a similar designed suit in green color and a burgundy pattern scarf.

 

The male cabin crew wear a dark grey suit with white shirt and burgundy tie.

 

The uniform will be dry-cleaned free of charge and replacement items will be given to you yearly.

 

Career perspective

 

You will start-up as Cabin Crew Economy Class (FA2) and have a line of promotion as Cabin Crew Business and First Class(FA1), Cabin Senior Economy Class and Purser(In-Flight Services Director).

 

12-24 months of experience is required to apply to next level position.

 

Company values

 

Qatar Airways cabin crew was voted Best Cabin Crew in the Middle East for the seventh consecutive year at the 2009 Skytrax airline awards.

 

The airline promises its customers commitment to provide the highest quality of service in the air and on the ground. The CEO, Mr. Al Baker said ‘Qatar Airways will develop these

 

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services as we continue along our path of expansion and quest to become known globally as the best airline in the world.’ The company off ers its crew competitive tax-free package, company provided furnished sharing accommodation, medical insurance, generous airline travel discounts, promising career prospects and personal development opportunities.

 

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Who is hiring

 

All three airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are constantly hiring cabin crew. The recruitment events are advertised on each airline's career website and they can be Open Days, CV Submission Days or Assessment Days.

For the latest recruitment events, you can browse the careers website of each airline:

 

Emirates

 

Etihad Airways

 

Qatar Airways

 

 

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