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“These men represented the highest caliber of professionalism and integrity. The education I received from these gentleman has afforded me to be gainfully employed while having the opportunity to use the education received, all over this country, and more than a few others.” WG
sidebar wg“I entered my profession, with more knowledge and information than dispatchers who have been practicing their craft for more than ten years. Not only has Sheffield provided a top notch education, but they have also instilled in me the confidence to succeed.” A.Z.
Sidebar AZ – Student Testimonial“After receiving my certificate, I joined a class of 4 experienced dispatchers for Part 121 initial training. Without experience, my preparation at Sheffield enabled me to become active at the same time after the initial training.” PR
PR” I have received 4 (job) offers…many of the interviews I have gotten have been because of my “pedigree”…going to Sheffield. I am amazed at the respect your school has….I am honored to be a graduate. Thank you for all the work you ..!”
Testimonial – J. Ganci“As a graduate of the aircraft dispatcher program at the Sheffield School of Aeronautics…My training was intense and thorough and furnished me with the requisite skills for performing my current job as a Flight Dispatch Supervisor.” N.S.
Sidebar NS“While touring my company’s dispatch department before I had my license our OCC manager pointed out that 7 of the 10 dispatchers on shift had come from Sheffield. The overall consensus was that Sheffield grads were able to hit the ground running as they were better prepared.” K.O.
Sidebar K.O.“Eric Morris is one of the most if not the most knowledgeable and experienced authorities on Aircraft Dispatching in the United States. He strives constantly to make the industry better.” DH
sidebar DH“Sheffield School of Aeronautics is known worldwide for its quality training and has been recommended to me by our national airline Swiss International Airlines. Whenever I mention the name ‘Sheffield’ it rings a bell in people’s ears.” IW
IW“I wanted to tell you I got the job offer from Expressjet, and start next month! I think a couple others from class were hired as well. It just shows the Sheffield reputation when I see graduates from other schools complaining that they can’t get an interview – I wasn’t even back home to Minneapolis […]
Dan Gustafson“Sheffield School of Aeronautics is a highly recognized and respected organization throughout the airline industry. They only produce the highest quality of graduate…” P.W.
Sidebar PWGood afternoon Eric, I wanted to reach out to let you know that training at (airline) is in full swing and I couldn’t be happier that I chose Sheffield. My classmates, while very smart, definitely had subpar training and that has been very evident. I have waited to write a full scale review of the […]
Attending Sheffield School benefits airline new hires in preparation for airline training“This school came highly recommended by multiple past students and EVEN OTHERS FROM OTHER SCHOOLS. Reputation is fantastic from multiple companies that I have worked for.”
A. – September 2020“Their reputation of excellence amongst the industry is second to none. Sheffield School of Aeronautics should be seen as the standard of how it can be done and how it should be done. I was hired at a major airline with no dispatch experience.” A.Z.
Sidebar AZ“Going to Sheffield prepared me for the real world challenges of Aircraft Dispatching. I certainly believe that the method Sheffield used is one not only for success in a real world career, but also one that prepares students to correctly dispatch aircraft.” T.Z.
Sidebar TZ“now that I’ve been in an indoctrination class with students from other schools, I know I made the right choice with Sheffield.” Kindest regards, A.R.
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Boost Your Dispatch Career With Additional Courses and Training
If you are a prospective Aircraft Dispatcher student, but want to accelerate your career opportunities, you may want to consider enrolling in additional courses. By increasing your knowledge, you may find yourself with more interview doors opening leading to a job with at an international air carrier. This decision may affect the direction of your career.
Advanced International Flight Planning
One of the easiest ways to increase your employability and chances of working internationally is to complete an advanced international flight planning course. While the curriculum and course topics will differ from school to school, they commonly include the following:
By completing this course, you may even find that some airlines will waive or reduce any experience prerequisites.
Enhanced Weather Information Systems (EWINS)
Another training to consider is enhanced weather information systems training; basically, advanced weather including forecasting. Classes offered as part of this training will enable you to increase your ability to predict weather. You can also become more knowledgeable in understanding how these systems work and what they mean for airline operational control. The main topics typically covered in these classes include climatology, weather data sources, atmospheric dynamics, weather charts and atmosphere models, severe weather, forecasting and radar.
Under the climatology course you will learn about climate controls and elements as well as statistic terms and air masses. The atmospheric dynamics segment will teach about the structure of the atmosphere, air pressure, weather fronts, local weather patterns and the balance and transfer of heat.
After completing these courses you will have the knowledge to predict, analyze and present weather and climate features that can impact the safety of any airline’s flight path.
Extended Operations Courses (ETOPS)
These courses are intended for those interested in piloting aircraft over oceans or very desolate areas. These trainings often include trainings on critical fuel requirements, equal time points, hypothetical routes and scenarios, diversion plans, the selecting and authorization of routes, and computerized plans for extended operations.
Completing this one-day course may also help open more interview doors leading to employment in an exciting, challenging and evolving sector of the flight world. However, it is important that you take these (workshop-like) courses that are led by instructors, as no computer can replace their skills and knowledge.
Extending your knowledge base and increasing your opportunities for a wider career field is a great option if you are ready to challenge yourself while learning more about the exciting field of aviation.