By the end of the 1970s, the term stewardess had generally been replaced by the gender-neutral alternative flight attendant. More recently the term cabin crew or cabin staff has begun to replace 'flight attendants' in some parts of the world, because of the term's recognition of their role as members of the crew. Roles in emergencies
The definition of aegis means protection, sponsorship or direction. An example of aegis is a foster child being under the care of a child welfare agency; he is âunder the aegisâ of the child welfare agency. An example of aegis is a marathon being sponsored by a major organization. An example of aegis is a play being led by a director.
Aegishjalmur / Helm of Awe (Ã¦gishjÃ¡lmr) The Helm of Awe, a type of rune stave, is magical spell of protection used by early Vikings. According to a number of legends, this apotropaic (protective) symbol, when worn between the eyes, was intended to confer invincibility in the wearer or instill fear in oneâs enemies. The earliest mention of the aegishalmer is in the Eddas, although pictorial representations only date from around medieval times.