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The Benefits of Becoming an Aircraft Dispatcher

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Aircraft dispatchers enjoy a number of benefits as a part of their career. As a “captain on the ground,” the aircraft dispatcher is in control of numerous flights and must pay great attention to detail to ensure the safe operation of all of these flights. This particular career is considered to be very challenging and […]

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Pilot Licenses Come in Various Forms

Flying around the world as a commercial pilot or chartering a private jet are esteemed and desired jobs for many individuals. However, did you know that there is more than just one type of pilot license available? The following provides a brief overview of these licenses and how individuals can earn them. How to Earn […]

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Where Aircraft Dispatchers Work

Most airlines have all their aircraft dispatchers working in a single location. These control centers are crucial to airline operations and are found near airports across the United States. Trained aircraft dispatchers may find employment in their own backyards, or they may have the opportunity to travel somewhere new and exciting. These are just a […]

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The Flight Control Team

Graphic depicting interconnected gears labeled with roles of the flight control team, including Flight Follower, Load Planner, Air Traffic Controller, Meteorologist, and Security Expert, with a person pointing at the Air Traffic Controller gear.

Flight dispatch is highly specialized, but there are a few jobs that are even more specific. Larger airline carriers, especially, tend to compartmentalize various duties. Dispatchers might interact with these other positions or even find they are qualified to fill them.  Here’ s a look at some of the crucial jobs in the flight control […]

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Flight Dispatcher Bonuses & Benefits

When determining what career path to pursue, it’s important to consider the potential pay, your ability to find a job, and the requirements and training you might need—but it’s also important to determine if you’ll enjoy it. Aircraft dispatchers not only engage in an exciting and fulfilling career, but also enjoy a number of perks […]

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Aviation and the English Language

Airplanes fly all around the world, with pilots, controllers, and dispatchers of all nationalities. One of the downsides of this, however, is that communication can be somewhat difficult when dealing with dozens of different languages and dialects. One solution to this is having everyone speak the same language—and in many parts of the world, that’s […]

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