Gate C32 and beyond

 Friday, February 21, 2025 

My shift started with the usual buzz. Counters opened at 15:45, and although the airport was busy, our shift was surprisingly calm. With only two flights that evening, to Portugal and London Gatwick, it was a refreshing change of peace. 

I kicked off my shift by assisting passengers at the kiosk with check-in and bag tagging. When things slowed down, we indulged in a bit of plane-watching, a small perk of the job that never gets old. 😏 Then it was off to gate C32, my favorite spot for its ambiance (definitely not for the walking!). 




While at gate C32, I measured and tagged some carry-on bags for check-in and watch the arriving airplane pull up to the jet bridge. It was fascinating to see how the jet bridge was aligned to the arriving aircraft. I watched my supervisor open the jet bridge door, knocked on the cabin door to indicate it was safe to open and voila it was open by a cabin member. I observed passengers and crew deplane, and got to see the cleaning crew in action. 

A highlight of my shift was chatting with some of the cabin crew, they were incredibly friendly, sharing tips and stories about their experiences. I even got a glimpse of their cabin check, which was intriguing. Back at the counters, it was time for boarding. I watched my collogues scan passports and boarding passes as passengers boarded the flight. After everyone was on board, we headed back to the jet bridge to see the doors close and waved our goodbyes and that was pretty much most of my shift.

Reflecting on this shift, its clear that everyday at the airport is a unique adventure, filled with new experiences and learning opportunities. Can't wait to see what my next shift has in store!

Shift hours: 1500-2300




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