History-making male flight attendant says job taught him to 'always rise to the top'

NPR12/12/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025

Summary

Darrell Anderson, who became the first male flight attendant for Frontier Airlines in the 1970s, reflects on how his experience in a predominantly female role taught him to "always rise to the top," according to NPR. He shares insights from his career during a conversation with a former colleague.

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Lindy Score Breakdown

35
Age (0-35)
34 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
NPR
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100

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Age: 34 days - proven survivor

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