Becoming an Aircraft Dispatcher

ADX Test for Aircraft Dispatcher School

Although some preparation is recommended before entering aircraft dispatching school, students are always advised to only study material that is distributed by Sheffield School of Aeronautics in structures. When selecting which course is best for you, instructors may convey that FAA knowledge will be beneficial, but it is not required. The ADX exam is an […]

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A Day as an Aircraft Dispatcher

At Sheffield School of Aeronautics, we are proud of our graduates and that’s because we know how hard they work to master the skill of aircraft dispatch. We asked a student who graduated from our aircraft dispatcher school to describe a day in the life of an aircraft dispatcher for the benefit of our prospective […]

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Aircraft Dispatcher Jobs – Many Names, Same Role

A woman wearing a headset and sitting in front of a console indicates she is working as an aircraft dispatcher.

There are a few variations that define the aircraft dispatcher job title but one thing remains the same: the career itself. The Sheffield School of Aeronautics has some great posts regarding the history of aircraft dispatchers, aircraft dispatcher job description and even aircraft dispatcher interview questions to look out for. When you start your courses […]

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Airlines Are Asking to Eliminate Baggage Fees

We have come a long way from the early days of aircraft dispatchers using radios to talk to pilots who flew blindly into the open airways. These days, air travel is safer and more accessible, but is it unnecessarily expensive? Originally, American Airlines was the first major airline to require a bag check fee for […]

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Top 3 Aircraft Dispatcher Books

Aircraft dispatcher books aren’t just the plain old boring text you might expect at first. Sure there are the nonfiction textbooks that anyone student at aircraft dispatch school has to study from. There are also more than a few that highlight the intrigue and thrill of a life dedicated to aircraft travel. Sheffield School of […]

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Should You Become an Aircraft Dispatcher?

If you’re interested in landing a job as an aircraft dispatcher, make sure you go to the best flight dispatch school around: Sheffield School of Aeronautics. There are some really great benefits to becoming an aircraft dispatcher. Beyond just money or insurance which we all need, aircraft dispatchers get a few perks for having the […]

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Red Flags to Avoid When Searching for Flight Dispatcher School

Red Flags to Avoid When Searching for Flight Dispatcher School The most crucial part of becoming an aircraft dispatcher will occur before you set foot in an airport ready for your first day on the job. In fact, it takes place even before you get your aircraft dispatcher license. If you are serious about becoming […]

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The Differences Between Sheffield’s Aircraft Dispatcher Courses

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  If you have recently decided to go into the field of aircraft dispatching, or you are interested in what the schooling for aircraft dispatchers involves, then Sheffield School of Aeronautics is the best candidate to help answer those questions. Sheffield is the world’s oldest and most reputable aircraft dispatcher school. Established in 1948, Sheffield has trained […]

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Interview Tips for Prospective Aircraft Dispatchers

How to Handle Aircraft Dispatcher Interview Questions Sheffield School of Aeronautics teaches, trains, and prepares you in every way to become a flight dispatcher. Once you have finished your aircraft dispatchers certification course, you will need to know how to properly answer aircraft dispatcher interview questions and be prepared for the hiring process. Flight dispatcher […]

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Aircraft Dispatcher Salaries

Sheffield School for flight dispatchers reports that flight dispatchers with 1-4 years of experience make between $31,000 and $46,000, and aircraft dispatchers with 5 plus years of experience can earn between $40,000 and $92,000 per year. Sheffield also reports that the highest salary for an aircraft dispatcher is $110,000. Flight dispatcher salaries vary depending on […]

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    Good 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
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