05/31/2026
The World's longest serving Flight Attendant: Delta's "Joan Prince Crandall" (age 86) still flying after 66 years!
A Young Joan Prince Crandall began her career at Pacific Airlines in 1959, which flew propeller planes like the Martin 404 and the Fairchild F-27. The first plane she worked on was a Douglas DC-3, a 24-passenger aircraft. Being a stewardess always had a certain glamour for Joan Prince Crandall. It opened doors to new experiences and gave her a chance to fly all over the world and learn new things. She remembers the days of high heels and fashion while flying – much of which is absent today. After more than 66 years, the memory of that glamour is why she’s still flying. Her employer, Delta Air Lines, believes she is the industry’s longest serving flight attendant – the title which replaced “stewardess” decades ago.
Over the decades, the companies she’s worked for have undergone mergers and consolidation. After Pacific came Air West, then Hughes Airwest, Republic Airways, NorthWest and finally, since 2008, Delta Air Lines. After 66 years in the sky, Prince Crandall is finally preparing to retire. Once she retires, Prince Crandall plans to write a book and continue traveling (as a passenger). Thank you for your service Joan!
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