Advice for Future Aircraft Dispatchers

You may find yourself asking, “Do I have what it takes to become an aircraft dispatcher?” That’s a question best answered by being informed about the ins and outs of an aircraft dispatcher’s role and responsibilities. Fortunately, Sheffield School of Aeronautics has some guidelines that should help you determine how to not only obtain one of the aircraft dispatcher jobs out there, but to also become successful on your path.

 

  1. Obtain the Proper Licensure

 

Begin your training at an FAA accredited aircraft dispatcher school. The FAA wants to be sure that anyone given one of its aircraft dispatcher jobs is properly educated on aviation policies, procedures and regulations, with a demonstrative ability to implement risk management and security procedures as well as how to recognize hazardous weather conditions.

 

  1. Bring the Appropriate Personality Traits and Skills

 

Graduating from aircraft dispatcher school and being licensed is only one portion of a future aircraft dispatcher’s path to being successful. Aircraft dispatchers, along with the plane’s pilot, have a responsibility to ensure the safety of the passengers on the flight and coordinate the plane’s path to arrive on schedule. This means that dispatchers much possess an attention to detail, be calm and decisive, and be a strong communicator.

 

  1. Career Outlook

 

Aircraft dispatcher jobs start out with only a modest salary of about $32k to $40k, however it’s a great path to beginning a career in the aviation industry and pursuing other goals if desired. Those who have held aircraft dispatcher jobs for several years can branch out within their office and accept training on “Specially Qualified” desks. These “Company Select” positions often have overrides that push a senior dispatcher’s salary at majors to approx. $140,000.

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