Hong Kong Airlines martial arts

All operational flight attendants on Hong Kong Airlines new daily Gatwick service to the carrier’s hub are now fully Wing Chun martial arts qualified.  The initiative was launched in March 2011. 

The Wing Chun training is compulsory for the airline’s cabin crew members.  It aims to promote inner balance and core strength, needed for the rigors of the job, and enables them to deal with any potential challenges.  Primarily taught as self defence, the moves are designed to be accomplished in a restrictive space – like on board an aircraft. 

As well as the obvious safety benefits, Wing Chun enhances general well being and reinforces physical health and mental wellness. 

Yang Jian Hong, President for Hong Kong Airlines, stated: “We are very proud to celebrate the completion of Wing Chun martial arts training across all of our operational flight attendants.  Aside from the obvious physical, mental and safety benefits, this demonstrates our commitment to delivering exception passenger service.”

Each cabin crew member must complete a three-hour training course before they operate on their first flight.  Flight attendants train in their uniforms to prepare them for real life situations. www.hongkongairlines.com www.aerbt.co.uk/article/4204

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