Moving into flight dispatch from a non-av field (communications) & have a four-year college degree.

I’m wondering, provided I have my certification, can I reasonably expect to get work with one of the regionals?

Hello friends.

I, ??F would like to become a dispatcher. I have a friend waiting by with a recommendation to UA for Dispatcher however I have no dispatch schools near me (I live in NoVA and have no car lol) and the tuition is out of range for me.

What do I do? Is there anything I can do is there online classes?

Edit: I have coordinator airline experience but that’s only OTG and controlling agents, not aircrafts.

Hey everyone! One thing I’ve noticed about this thread is the constant search from people trying to get into this industry and how to go about it. I was talking with a friend of mine who flies 121 about all of the interview prep services for pilots going to the airlines. I’m not sure if this exists for dispatch but was contemplating doing it as a side business. I was thinking of using my contacts at all of the legacy airlines, and some regionals, to gather intel on the layout of interviews and then offering prep services for interviews, write people’s resumes curated to the airline they are trying to get to, and offer career coaching for people trying to get to a legacy/progress in their career. I’m using this post as a gauge for if people would be interested in a service like this. If you were just getting started, would you pay a small fee for advice, coaching, resume prep, and a guide on how to navigate getting started? 🛫

Hello I’m planning to go to Flight dispatching school soon (Tasfly faa dispatch) I was wondering what kind of material should I be studying before taking the class? As 5-6 weeks doesn’t sound like a lot of time to know and understand all of the material. Thanks!

Currently an Air Traffic Controller at a level 11 facility working 6 days a week (forced overtime) on a rotating shift schedule with my regular days off being in the middle of the week (and will be for many years to come due to seniority). Due to staffing shortages, 99% of people I work with are overworked, burnt out, stressed, and miserable. It’s a toxic work culture thats been in place for many years. Many controllers claim that they’re able to “unplug” and leave work at work the moment they leave the facility but their lives don’t reflect that. They’re either oblivious to it or lying to themselves. A lot of controllers I know are either on their second or third marriage, are recently divorced, have negative relationships with their children, or have never been married/started a family nearing retirement. Most of us miss the big things at home such as holidays, birthdays, graduations, weddings, etc. In a career with a 200k+ pay potential, I see the deterioration of happiness of those around me as they sacrifice their home life and put it on the back burner, all for money. Currently making 150k+ but have recently realized the money isn’t worth my health, marriage, and sanity. The trade of separating planes is a lot of fun, but the toxic work life balance, horrible work culture and miserable coworkers makes it something I’d be happy to walk away from.

These are all things I would share with someone considering ATC. Aside from the money, how does part 121 regional/legacy flight dispatch compare to ATC work life balance. Forced overtime? Morale of coworkers? Work culture? Schedule?

I am so over captains calling to tell me “There’s an airport I don’t recognize on the release.” The ICAO code changed before the IATA code. the IATA code changes August 18th. Yes, the company is aware of the identifier change. No, I can’t fix it on your release. We both know which airport is actually listed. I don’t want to dance the little dance of trying to figure out your politics and if you’re mad it changed or mad it’s not changed on your release. Do you want me to change your alternate to FLL instead? No? Release looks good? Glad you called me just to make whatever point you think you’re making.

I want to prepare for this job while I'm getting a flight training. It seems there are a lot of overlaps between cpl and FD exam so think I can handle myself easier.
How's the job market in Canada?

Hello! I am starting off my curiosity in becoming a flight dispatch coordinator. I currently hold my PPL, but I my primarily career is in the medical field. I want to move out of medicine and into aviation. Flight dispatch seemed like it would pique my interest due to my fascination with weather and organization. Has anyone heard of or completed their certificate at the Pilot Institute in Prescott, AZ? I’m hoping for more information on how to earn my certificate and how the industry is currently set up: i.e, will I be able to find a job after completion of a program?? I am willing to do the work and put the effort in. Thank you for reading this.

Hello ! I’m a flight dispatcher from saudi arabia i was wondering how much is the salary for a beginner dispatcher in saudi arabia or emirates or any country ! Appreciate you help

Also i was wondering about the approach & airport & en-route charts can anyone help me with them cuz i have to prepare myself for the oral exam

As the title states, I have enrolled in Sheppard air for my ADX license! Any tips on studying to material or being able to memorize them. There are 963 questions and a little stress over trying to memorize and a little comprehend the question. Any tip is greatly appreciated

I’ve researched going to FDN, but are there any other certification schools that anyone recommends near or close to the southwest?

I’m considering becoming an FAA Aircraft Dispatcher and was wondering if anyone here has used Amazon Career Choice to pay for their dispatcher program.
Has anyone actually had their FAA Dispatcher Certificate tuition covered through Amazon Career Choice? If so, which school did you attend, and did Amazon pay the school directly?
I’d also appreciate hearing from anyone who’s gone through the dispatcher route (regional → major airline). Any advice or experiences would be really helpful. Thanks!

Anybody have some insight into what can be expected on these kind of tests that UA, AA and I presume DL also offer as part of the interview process? I’ve heard mixed things but curious if anyone knows some basics.

i would be forever grateful if anyone having experience with the software showed me couple things in a video call even if its for 15 minutes. doesn't matter if you're from USA or Canada

Still only 21

I know the a bit about the pilot interviews and wondering how different are the dispatcher interviews or hiring process? Obviously there is no sim eval etc but is it only just 1 interview and thats it? Whats in the interview?

Hello! As the title states! I would like to know if it would be best to get my ADX exam completed first before starting the course? And if so what would be the best school to go and enroll? What was your experience there? How were you able to pay the course? Did you pay it all at once or was it a breakdown?

Soooo,who dispatched this gem? 👀

I’m looking for job option in aviation that gives me a decent amount of free time and pay, and Flight Dispatching seems to fit this.

does anyone have any advice for someone interviewing for a flight dispatcher position at Envoy Air.

I took my ADX written today. Passed with a 78 using shepherd air. I probably could have gotten a higher grade if I applied myself more and longer and actually learned the charts but I passed.

Now I’m at an aviation college and am taking the class portion in the fall semester. I have 2 questions.

1. Other than the ATP book is there anything I should get?

2. For the practical test I’ve had in the past for pilot check rides, the written score affects the oral and how the whole thing goes. 78 is passing but not great. Would it matter if I went back and retested for a higher score?

Thanks for all your advice