In Flying High, author Ruby Jeans Jackson reveals the racism and secrecy flight attendants in the 60’s and 70’s faced and how they overcame this and other trials and tribulations.

Flying High is a tantalizing and graphic peek into the lifestyle of flight attendants told by someone who lived it. Amanda Callaway, a flight attendant for 32 years, takes you back to the good ol’ days when the word ‘stewardess’ was equivalent to a VIP ticket to the good life. They lived in the fast lane only to find that there was a price to pay. Some found heartbreak and pain while others paid with their lives. 

Since there has never been a book written about African-American flight attendants, author Ruby Jeans Jackson took the dive. This “diary” depicts the lives of six vivacious, volatile stewardesses from different worlds. The only thing they have in common is that they are all black and were hired by Elite World Air Lines in the late sixties/early seventies and based in New Orleans. So, come fly with them!



About the Author

Ruby Jeans Jackson is a Tennessee native and a graduate of Tennessee State University. She was a Flight attendant for Delta Air Lines for over 32 years. Retiring in 2005, she now lives in Eads, Tennessee with her husband.  Her first book, The Boy Who Lied, is a children’s book. In addition to writing, Ruby is a master quilter. She would love to hear from her readers via e-mail at sistergirlquilts@yahoo.com.