Etihad Airways CA: What Japanese Applicants Should Know.
When people think of Gulf airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways come to mind first. Etihad Airways is the third. It is the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, based in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi, not Dubai
Many people think Etihad is in Dubai. It is not. Abu Dhabi is the capital. It is calmer and greener than Dubai, and quieter in the evenings. Dubai is about an hour or so away by road, so crew can still visit.
What Etihad is known for
Etihad promotes a premium, elegant style of service. The look and feel is polished and calm. For people who value quiet, careful service, this may feel close to the Japanese idea of hospitality.
Can Japanese people apply?
Gulf airlines hire from many countries, and Japanese nationals have been part of the crew. But hiring is not constant. Airlines open and close recruitment depending on their needs. This is why it is important to stay informed and be ready before hiring opens. Crew Lounge can keep you up to date.
What to think about before you apply
- English. It is the working language of the cabin. You do not need to sound like a native speaker, but you do need to be comfortable and speak well. To improve, choose an English environment. Malaysia is genuinely multilingual.
- Life abroad. You will live away from family in a country with a different culture.
- Preparation. Candidates who have studied cabin crew basics and practised in English usually feel calmer in the process.
Etihad compared with the other Gulf airlines
Each airline has its own style and its own city. If you are comparing, read our posts on Emirates and Qatar Airways too. or discover. Etihad Airways itself pays a tax-free salary with free accommodation, worth understanding before you compare options.
Frequently asked questions
In Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It is not based in Dubai.
Etihad recruits internationally, and Japanese nationals have been part of the crew. Hiring is not constant, so ask Crew Lounge for the current status.
Yes. English is the working language of the cabin. You do not need to sound like a native speaker, but you do need to be comfortable and speak well. Crew lounge can offer you this environment to improve.
Build your everyday English, learn about the airline industry, and get used to the idea of living abroad. Crew Lounge can talk through your next step in Japanese or English.
Talk with us
Crew Lounge in Malaysia is an IATA-accredited CA academy with Japanese-speaking staff. If you are unsure where to start, Contact us on LINE for a free consultation in English or Japanese.