Nash served as an American Airlines flight attendant for nearly 67 years.
After serving the skies for nearly 67 years, Bette Nash, the world's longest-tenured flight attendant, has died at 88 years old.
"It is with sadness that we inform you of the passing of our dear colleague, Bette Nash, the longest-tenured flight attendant at American Airlines," according to a memo to flight attendants on Saturday obtained by ABC News. Nash died on May 17 in hospice care after a recent breast cancer diagnosis, though she never officially retired from her role with American Airlines.Nash began her career in Washington, D.C., in 1957 with Eastern Airlines, which later became American Airlines. Despite being able to choose any route in the world, Nash primarily worked the DC-NY-Boston Shuttle so she could be home every night to care for her son who has Down syndrome.
Before her passing, Nash attended regular flight attendant training per Federal Aviation Administration rules. "Bette was an industry icon, and those who flew with her knew her as a role model and consummate professional," the airline said in the memo, adding, "Fly high, Bette. You'll be missed."
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