Flight pursers: The masters of air travel

A flight purser manages the cabin crew, coordinates inflight service, and handles challenges that may arise during the flight. [File, Standard]

It is easy to assume that a plane just needs a pilot and a first officer to take off and touch down at airports across the globe - turning the world into a global village, as they say.

But as passengers enjoy the skies, there is always one key person in the flight who serves as a liaison between the flight deck and the cabin, overseeing all aspects of in-flight service and safety.