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Do Airplanes Fly Directly Over the Pacific Ocean? 

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Anyone who has traveled to locations in the Pacific knows that there are very few flights that fly over the entire ocean. Rather, they choose curved routes that fly over larger bodies of land. If you are interested in becoming a flight dispatcher, you are most likely curious about the best way to plan a […]

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What’s In Your Pilots Bag?

Have you ever wondered what’s inside your pilot’s flight bag? You’ve seen them boarding your plane or walking to the terminals carrying luggage – but what’s inside? Our aeronautics school graduates share firsthand knowledge of the contents inside your pilots bag below.

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How Do Pilots Fly in Bad Weather?

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With the holidays arriving and cold weather brewing, ice, rain, and wind will be all the norm soon. During the holidays, many like to travel to visit family or to get away. A common concern among uncommon flyers is: how do pilots fly in bad weather? Our aircraft dispatcher graduates share how their colleagues manage […]

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Can a Flight Dispatcher Become a Pilot?

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For the most part, aircraft dispatchers either spend a short time as dispatchers or they have long-lasting careers. Some will hop around the aviation industry, and some will become private or sport pilots if they are not content with an air traffic dispatcher salary or any other reason they are looking for a career switch.  […]

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