MARIA BOMPETSI
Athens
Summary
Experienced and highly professional VIP Flight Attendant with over 15 years in the aviation industry, including senior leadership roles at Gulf Air, Etihad Airways, and Lux Aviation. Specialized in high-end customer service, in-flight operations, and VIP/VVIP guest handling, including members of royal families and high-profile individuals. Known for a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and discretion.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Jet VIP Flight Attendant
Lux Aviation UK Ltd
06.2017 - Current
- Personally selected by the aircraft owner to serve as primary cabin crew on private and charter flights across Europe and the Middle East
- Responsible for full trip preparation, including menu planning, catering coordination, and VIP cabin service
- Freelance work on private and business jets since 2021
Cabin Manager
Etihad Airways
Abu Dhabi
12.2007 - 05.2017
- Promoted from Flight Attendant to Cabin Senior, and then to Cabin Manager
- Managed up to 21 crew members on long-haul and VVIP flights including A380 operations
- Participated in 'The Residence' project, trained with Savoy Hotel London Butler program
- Member of Promotions Team and Guest Service Delivery Team: conducted crew coaching, service evaluations, and complaint handling
Flight Attendant
Gulf Air
Bahrain
09.2005 - 12.2007
- Successfully completed AST Flight Attendant and attended IATA Foundation Course.
- Delivered premium in-flight service on international routes
Marketing and Sales Manager
Challenge Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2005
Manager
Argolis Café & To Stahi Bakery
Methana
01.1996 - 01.2005
Supervising Manager & Event Organizer
Delta Games & Aura Hotel
01.1996 - 01.2005
Education
Initial Flight Attendant Course -
Airline Service Training Institute
AthensIATA-UFTA Foundation Course -
Airline Service Training Institute
AthensSkills
- Service excellence
- Consistent work commitment
- Attention to detail
- Reliability and punctuality
- Hospitality service expertise
- Polished professional image
- Safety compliance procedures
- Emergency procedures
- Cultural sensitivity
- Administrative tasks
Aircraft Types
- A320, A330, A340, A380
- B767, B777, B787
- Bombardier Challenger 604
- Legacy 650
Affiliations
Art, Swimming, Skiing,Tennis,Kayaking, Music,Literature, Travel
Aviation Research Projects
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/31/75
- Nationality: Greek
- Marital Status: Single
Languages
Greek:Native,
English:Advanced,
Spanish: Intermediate
References
- Captain Konstantinos Mathioudakis, Captain Global 6000, Challenger 604, Lux Aviation Ltd, kmathioudakis568@gmail.com, +44 779 953 5919
- Captain Martin Baldock, Owner and Managing Director, Concept Aviation Ltd, m.baldock@conceptaviation.org, +44 771 858 8902
Timeline
Private Jet VIP Flight Attendant
Lux Aviation UK Ltd
06.2017 - Current
Cabin Manager
Etihad Airways
12.2007 - 05.2017
Flight Attendant
Gulf Air
09.2005 - 12.2007
Marketing and Sales Manager
Challenge Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2005
Manager
Argolis Café & To Stahi Bakery
01.1996 - 01.2005
Supervising Manager & Event Organizer
Delta Games & Aura Hotel
01.1996 - 01.2005
Initial Flight Attendant Course -
Airline Service Training Institute
IATA-UFTA Foundation Course -
Airline Service Training Institute
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