FLIGHT INNOVATION / THE DISPATCH JOURNAL
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Explore the key differences between Air Traffic Control and Aircraft Dispatcher careers, including job roles, training, age limits, and unique benefits.
Compare two dated employer pay examples, understand what starting pay means, and build a realistic budget for training and the first job.
Avianca Flight 52 was a regularly scheduled flight from Bogotá, Colombia, to New York City, United States, with a stopover in Medellín, Colombia. On January 25, 1990, the Boeing 707 aircraft carrying 149 passengers and crew crashed in the town of Cove Neck, New York, killing 73 people on board. The
An airline network operation center (NOC) is a dedicated facility that serves as the central hub for an airline's network activities. The NOC monitors the airline's entire flight network and ensures that every aspect of air travel, from airport departure gates to baggage handling and security screen
When planning a flight, there are a variety of things that must be taken into account in order to ensure the flight’s success. Before flight, pilots must develop a plan that outlines their route and intended actions throughout the entire flight. The process of flight planning involves researching th
Is an aircraft dispatcher career rewarding? This is a question often asked by those who are considering a career in aviation. Many people falsely believe that aircraft dispatchers are powerless, have limited responsibilities and provide little in the way of reward. However, nothing could be further
See how a dispatcher connects weather, aircraft limits, flight planning, and communication throughout an illustrative domestic airline shift.
Learn how to become an Aircraft Dispatcher and embark on an exciting career in the aviation industry. Discover the steps to take and start today!
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Flight Innovation, Inc. · Schaumburg, Illinois
Flight Innovation’s Aircraft Dispatcher Certification Course is FAA approved.
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