Pilot (Commercial, Cargo, or Suspiciously Cocky)

The calmest voice in a crisis. Or the source of one.
Costume: Crisp white shirt with epaulets, tie, pilot hat or headset.
Behavior: Says “This is your captain speaking” before everything. Always knows where the exits are.

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Co-Pilot / First Officer

Almost in charge, but always looks more nervous.
Costume: Same as pilot but slightly less confident. Maybe missing a stripe.
Behavior: Repeats what the pilot says. Starts sentences with, “In theory…” Has a visible twitch.

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Flight Attendant (Vintage Glam to Modern Efficiency)

Grace under pressure, but they will slap your tray up.
Costume: Pencil skirt or slacks, blazer or vest, scarf or tie, wing pin.
Behavior: Smiles with dead eyes. Says “Please remain seated” while the plane’s on fire. Carries snack packets like currency.

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TSA Agent / Airport Security

Suspicious of everything. Even juice boxes.
Costume: Blue shirt, badge, gloves, clipboard. Optional: walkie-talkie or wand scanner.
Behavior: Randomly announces “Secondary screening!” or stares intensely at people's shoes. Barks “Sir, I'm gonna need you to step out of line.”

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Airline Mechanic (Actual Pro or Extremely Dubious)

Keeps the planes running. Or doesn’t.
Costume: Coveralls, safety vest, tool belt. Grease smudges encouraged.
Behavior: Constantly checking imaginary gauges. Shrugs and says “She’ll fly… probably.” Talks to engines like they’re people.

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Air Marshal (Undercover... but Bad at It)

Supposed to be stealthy, but keeps giving themselves away.
Costume: Business casual with suspicious bulge (fake badge or walkie).
Behavior: Whispering into invisible earpiece. Follows people awkwardly. Keeps saying “I can’t confirm or deny that.”

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Military Pilot (Top Gun Wannabe)

Lives for adrenaline. Thinks they're very cool.
Costume: Flight suit, dog tags, aviators (worn indoors), mission patch.
Behavior: High-fives people after mundane things. Brags about flying maneuvers during turbulence. May speak entirely in call signs.

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Air Traffic Controller

Sleepless, stressed, and in control of everything.
Costume: Business casual + headset or mic, clipboard or radar printouts.
Behavior: Yells “HOLD!” while someone is just reaching for a breadstick. Talks in code. Whispers coordinates for dramatic effect.

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Baggage Handler (or Luggage Avenger)

Wields luggage with power… and zero accountability.
Costume: Reflective vest, gloves, earbuds, cargo pants.
Behavior: Tosses everything. Asks people “Is this yours?” while holding the wrong bag. Claims “the carousel ate it.”

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Classic Aesthetic:

Pilots

• White button-up, black tie, epaulets, pilot hat

• Headset or walkie-talkie

• Optional: coffee cup that says “World’s Tallest Autopilot”

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Flight Attendants

• Slim-fit blazer, scarf or tie, wing pin

• Rolling suitcase, tray of snack packs, emergency card

• Optional: flawless bun and painted-on smile

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TSA / Security

• Blue shirt, badge, latex gloves

• Clipboard labeled “Suspicious List,” wand scanner

• Optional: fake pat-downs for comedic effect

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Mechanics

• Coveralls or cargo pants, dirty rag, wrench

• Clip-on flashlight, toolbelt, rubber gloves

• Optional: oil smudges and a “Don’t Ask Me” hat

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Accessories for Everyone:

• “Crew Only” badge

• Rolling suitcase with fake stickers (like “Somewhere Suspicious”)

• Emergency exit card or oxygen mask

• Neck pillow worn dramatically

• Luggage tag that reads: “Definitely Not a Bomb”

• Clipboard with fake flight plan or incident reports

• Wings pin or fake boarding pass

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Character Behavior Tips:

• Voice & Diction:

  • Start announcements with “Ladies and gentlemen…”

  • Use airport code slang: “This whole situation’s a total LAX.”

  • Talk about delays with zero explanation

• Mannerisms:

  • Fix people’s “seatbelts” or tray tables uninvited

  • Ask for boarding passes or “emotional support snacks”

  • Dramatically mime turbulence while walking

• Catchphrases:

  • “This is your final boarding call—for common sense.”

  • “We’re experiencing some unexpected character turbulence.”

  • “Is this bag carrying emotional baggage?”

  • “Please place your drama in the overhead compartment.”

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Whether you're navigating imaginary runways, inspecting people’s shoes, or offering unsolicited peanuts, the Turbulence, Tarmac & Tiny Pretzels crew brings structure, chaos, and high-altitude hilarity to your mystery party. Buckle up—it’s gonna be a bumpy role.