Advanced International Flight Planning

Why Don’t Planes Fly in a Straight Line?

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If there is one thing that flight dispatchers need to understand, it is the flight plan of an airplane. It may come as a surprise to many that airplanes do not necessarily fly in a straight line. Whether you have noticed this yourself while looking at a flight chart on your latest flight or have […]

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Benefits of Working for An Airline

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Loss of Control in Flight Accidents and Air Traffic Dispatchers

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Managing Stress as A Dispatcher

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How are Flight Plans Developed?

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How To Make a Flight Plan  If you are considering becoming an air traffic dispatcher, one of the first things you will need to learn is how to make a flight plan. As one of the top air traffic schools in the United States, Sheffield School of Aeronautics is here to help you learn how […]

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How to Prepare for Flight Dispatcher Exam

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How to Prepare for FAA Flight Dispatcher License  There is no secret as to why many people choose to become flight dispatchers. Flight dispatchers are a very important part of aviation, and their job is essential in making sure that flights are conducted safely and effectively. To become a flight dispatcher and start earning a […]

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Flight Dispatcher vs. Air Traffic Controller

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Aircraft Dispatcher vs. Air Traffic Controller Flight dispatchers and air traffic controllers may have different job titles, but they share many of the same responsibilities. “What is the difference between an aircraft dispatcher and an air traffic controller?” is a rather common question for people that are looking into getting into the aviation industry or […]

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What is Unmanned Air Traffic System Management?

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Air Traffic Control for Drones  The introduction of drones into our airspace has thrown a wrench into the modus operandi of air traffic dispatch and control. Drones have made this profession more complex because the skies are more congested than ever before. If you are interested in this career, air traffic dispatcher salary, own a […]

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AIFP – November 2020

November 16 – 17, 2020 Our 2-day Advanced International Flight Planning (AIFP) course immediately follows the Aircraft Dispatcher Course, providing valuable information for those individuals who may become dispatchers for an airline conducting international operations. Sheffield School of Aeronautics was the first school to conduct a formal international flight planning course. https://www.sheffield.com/course/advanced-international-flight-planning

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AIFP – August 2020

August 17 – 18, 2020 Our 2-day Advanced International Flight Planning (AIFP) course immediately follows the Aircraft Dispatcher Course, providing valuable information for those individuals who may become dispatchers for an airline conducting international operations. Sheffield School of Aeronautics was the first school to conduct a formal international flight planning course. https://www.sheffield.com/course/advanced-international-flight-planning

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