As an aeronautics school, we have certainly taken note of the fact that drones are soaring in popularity. They can be used to take incredible aerial videos, to race other drones, and to fly just for fun on a nice day. Though these small aircraft seem negligible compared to the commercial planes soaring through the […]
If you are interested in a career in aviation like a pilot or a flight dispatcher, you are going to need to know about airspace and the many different types. There is controlled and uncontrolled airspace as well as different classes within controlled airspace itself. But where does special use airspace fit in to this […]
Two months after the second crash, Boeing 737 Max is still grounded and investigations are underway. The giant American company made unfortunate worldwide news when two of its 737 Max planes crashed less than 5 months apart. Since that time, countries around the world have grounded the plane, including the hesitant United States, and the […]
If you are looking into a job in aviation like a dispatcher program, there are plenty of things that you will have to learn before you can get your FAA dispatch license. At Sheffield School of Aeronautics, we will provide you will all of the knowledge you need, but it helps to know some of […]
So, you decided you want to be an aircraft dispatcher. If you are looking at dispatcher schools, one important aspect you are probably considering is the amount of time it will take to get your FAA dispatch license. With all of the different courses out there, it may seem a bit overwhelming. Do not worry, […]
According to the National Safety Council, there is a 1 in 103 chance of dying in a motor vehicle crash and only a 1 in 188,364 chance of dying as a passenger on an airplane. In fact, you are more likely to die from an accidental gun discharge, sunstroke, or bee stings than you are […]
As the oldest aircraft dispatcher school in the United States, we have watched the aviation industry change dramatically over the years. We have seen how advances in technology have impacted the field and the various aviation career trend shifts. If you are contemplating a career in aviation, our aeronautics school wants to help. We are […]
Aircraft Dispatcher Life The life of an aircraft dispatcher isn’t always easy or glamorous. Our aeronautics school has everything you need to know about life as an aircraft dispatcher. When you start your aircraft dispatcher career, you are at the bottom of the totem pole. Like many jobs, you need to pay your dues. The […]
It may come as no surprise to learn that men vastly outnumber women in numerous jobs in the aviation field. When we think of women in aviation, we often think of flight attendants or the people working behind the counters. It is much less common to see a female pilot or a female aircraft dispatcher. […]
Changes in Aviation After 9/11: How One Day Changed Aviation Forever
September 11, 2001 is a devastating day that shook the entire world. The fateful day made its mark in history and changed the world with it. Along with the incredible loss of life and the devastated loved ones, September 11th had a large impact on many other entities, especially in the United States. The aviation […]