ek_bud
26th Feb 2009, 11:43
guys..is it required to have prior work experience @ airport,ramp etc..... b4 training to become a flight dispatcher??
Ten West
26th Feb 2009, 12:22
I think it'd certainly help!
Dropline
26th Feb 2009, 13:11
Most handling companies recruit dispatchers internally, usually as summer secondments, with a few being kept on at the end of the season if the need arises. Occasionally they recruit externally, but again just summer contracts. Your best bet is to start on check-in or in the ramp, do lots of shadowing, then apply for dispatch. External staff taken on tend to have experience already. I'm talking about ramp dispatchers or TCO's rather than the US style dispatcher. Either way, airport experience would definitely be a help.
ek_bud
27th Feb 2009, 12:06
tks 4 d input guys...:ok: