‘Disrespectful’ China airline hit for hiring ‘air aunties’ as flight attendants

A Chinese airline has sparked controversy online after it announced plans to hire married women and mothers as flight attendants and call them “air aunties”. On October 22, the Shanghai-based Spring Airlines, China’s first budget carrier, announced openings for “air aunties”, saying they are seeking women aged between 25 and 40, preferably those who are married or with children. Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree, be between 162 and 174cm tall and preferably have experience in...