From Banquet Wins to the Skies: Izz Ahmad Danial’s Slice of Dream Flight
Dream jobs usually don’t just fall from the clouds, but sometimes a lucky meal can serve as a launchpad.
Stage 1 – The Banquet Breakout
- Location: A swanky banquet at Concorde Hotel.
- Shocker: Izz Ahmad Danial, a 21‑year‑old server, turned heads not with fancy tricks but with the pure art of polite service.
- Impact: One of AirAsia’s top brass walked into the room, spotted Izz, and was immediately impressed.
Stage 2 – TikTok Takes the Spotlight
On July 2, Arman Rashid, the AirAsia cabin‑crew communications manager, went live on TikTok, hunting for the mysterious banquet wizard.
Arman’s caption read:
“If you ever pass by the young man in question, tag me! AirAsia is on the hunt for him. We want to offer him a position in our crew.”
He even added the hashtag #shouldbeme and tagged @AirAsia Cabin Crew, spliced in the authentic soundtrack.
Stage 3 – Social‑Media Magic
- Discovery: Izz saw the TikTok, recognized his own name in the comments, and dropped a reply tweeting his interest.
- Response: Arman’s message? “My boss checked out the gala at Concorde. He saw Izz. He’s swamped with admiration and wants to give him a runway to fly.”
- Outcome: A young server’s impeccable manners turned into a golden ticket: an offer to become an AirAsia steward.
Bottom Line?
Who knew a courteous service at a banquet could translate into a jet‑set gig? It might just be proof that good vibes—paired with a dash of social‑media hustle—can fly you higher than you ever imagined.
From Hotel Bouncer to AirAsia Cabin Crew: Izz’s Unexpected Journey
At the age of 21, Izz’s life took a flight‑plan twist after a chance encounter with AirAsia’s top flight‑attendant, Suhaila Hassan. It all began with a simple part‑time gig at a local hotel in 2019, but the universe—plus a very determined senior colleague—had other plans.
Why the Old‑School School Thinks Izz is “New” to the Skies
- Graduated from a religious school in Kedah at 16.
- Sent to Yemen for further studies until 2019.
- Larvaged a humble start: Hotel waiter night shift. It was all about balancing cash flow, not flight control.
Enter Suhaila Hassan – The Avian Mentor
On June 26, the boredom was broken. Suhaila, the AirAsia group head of flight attendants, approached Izz with an offer to jump straight into the cabin crew roster—despite Izz’s paperwork being more “air‑borne” than “air‑authorized.”
What Izz Had to Face
- Start from the loom of public trust—meaning, he’d have to backpack through the training ground.
- Learn English—the universal handshake for pilots and passengers alike.
- Meet all the “just around the corner” requirements: safety drills, dietary prep, and the lifelong charm of donning a flight‑crew uniform.
“I’m basically going from the bottom rung to the top stratosphere,” Izz said. “Sounds weird, but I’m grateful—because let’s face it, not everyone gets a seat in the airline’s future.”
Will Izz Sail the Skies?
All suits are in the works, approvals are pending, and the answer is still flying high in the clouds. Stay tuned for the next episode of Izz’s aviation saga!
PS: AirAsia’s boarding perks? They’re treating you with more than just a great commute.
