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Flight Dispatcher Training
This is the place to launch your Flight Dispatcher career. Learn about becoming a Flight Dispatcher, research career opportunities, and contact schools for more information.
What to Expect from a Flight Dispatcher Course
As a flight dispatcher you will prepare flight plans, weather briefings, flight routes, weight & balance calculations, and fuel requirements for most of today's large aircraft and fleet operations. Typically, flight dispatchers work in the airline, cargo, and corporate aviation industries. Flight dispatchers are usually required to ride in the cockpit on several flights per year as part of their ongoing training. FAA-approved flight dispatcher training usually takes about six weeks and consists of roughly 200 hours of training. Most schools offer either student housing or help finding a low-cost housing solution for your stay. You must be at least 23 years old to receive FAA certification, however you can attend school before turning 23.