Source: BroBible
Summary
California-based flight attendant Yasmeen Golden revealed on TikTok that flight attendants use secret code words to communicate with each other in situations where passengers are getting into trouble. The codes include “Grab my IMD” and “Check the FAM”, which are used to call for resources to handle the situation. Commenters were divided on whether Golden should have revealed the secrets, with some expressing concern that she could get fired. Other flight attendant code words include “Angel” or “Code 300” for a passenger who has died on board, “Squawk 7500” or “Hotel” for a larger threat, and “Pan-Pan” for a non-critical issue.
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The habit gets a new name.
Flight attendants have their own secret language, and it’s not just for fun. It’s for handling trouble on the plane. Like a special power, but without the cape. They can say “Grab my IMD” and “Check the FAM” to call for backup. Because, you know, some passengers can be a handful. And then there’s “Code Adam” for a missing child, “Code Yellow” for a passenger feeling unwell, and “VIP” for a very irritating person. Yep, that’s a thing.
The “Mermaid” code is for passengers who sprawl out across empty seats to deter others from sitting in their row. Because, priorities.
And the secret code words are just the beginning. Flight attendant training includes self-defense classes, because the job is more than just serving snacks and drinks.
So, the next time you’re on a plane and you hear a flight attendant say something weird, just know they’re speaking their own language.
And if you’re a very irritating person, well, they might just call you a “VIP”.
Author: Evan Null
