Why Should You Become an Aircraft Dispatcher?

Do you remember when your teacher would ask you what you wanted to be when you grew up? Most children respond with:

  • Police Officer / Fire Fighter
  • Doctor / Nurse
  • Astronaut
  • Teacher

These normal responses from children show our subconscious desire to make an impact in our community. When we start to grow up, we sometimes get pulled into industries we are not passionate about, like banking or telemarketing – but there is still hope!

Sheffield School of Aeronautics is a South Florida based aviation school. Accredited by the FAA, Sheffield is the world’s oldest and most reputable aircraft dispatching school. If you are looking for a fun-filled career with great incentives Sheffield is here to tell you why you should become an aircraft dispatcher.

Make a difference. It feels good to know you make a difference every day, and as an aircraft dispatcher you will. Aircraft dispatchers are responsible for the safe handling and operations of numerous flights every day. How would you feel knowing that every day you helped ensure that people arrived at their destination safely?

Make money. Salary should not be the primary reason you choose a career path, but having a comfortable lifestyle is something no one complains about. Aircraft dispatchers make between $30,000 and $95,000 before benefits and bonuses. All aviation companies offer competitive packages that will traditionally include:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Optimal insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
  • Retirement options, include stock options
  • Free and/or reduced travel fares

They say money cannot buy happiness, but it can buy a lot of things that can make you happy.

Make a future. An unlikely turn of events could result in a job loss, however, the aviation industry has been thriving for the past 20+ years with the increased desire to travel. Tourism is a growing enterprise can provide job security and advancement opportunities.

If you are ready to make a career change, the aviation professionals at Sheffield School of Aeronautics are ready to help. Sheffield offers eight different aircraft dispatcher courses through a calendar year, in addition to accelerated programs and online certifications.

Call 800-843-8289 today to speak with an admissions counselor about enrolling in Sheffield’s aircraft dispatcher program.

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    “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
    “My experience at Sheffield and my exposure to other aircraft dispatchers that did not go to Sheffield has resulted in an awareness of the superior depth and quality of the training provided by the Sheffield instructors.” CD Sidebar CD
    “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.  All schools are created equal?! yeah…sure ;)
    ” 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
    “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 PW
    “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
    “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
    “Being that half my new hire class dropped out over the course of training, I can confidently say that Sheffield helped to prepare me for the real world.” GT – abridged testimonial – school selection matters
    “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
    “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
    “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.
    “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 am so glad they are like this because it made me a better dispatcher and I really appreciate their high standards. I would highly recommend Sheffield to anyone who is willing to study hard and is serious about obtaining a Dispatcher Certificate.” MC MC
    “This was an amazing class! Always interesting! It was like drinking from a fire hose, but I have never enjoyed a course more than this one. Thank you for a great 5 weeks & EWINS!” R.S. R.S. Testimonial – 5-weeks & EWINS
    “I am a month into my new job at a airline coming out of reorganization, and am helping the training department by referencing the excellent and up to date course book provided to all Sheffield grads.” RW RW
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