New Here, Many Questions

Russ25

Russ25

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First off I'm new here, I have been reading these threads quite a bit and have found them to be very helpful, and I have reviewed most of the FAQ's.. I'm eager to meet and work with you all.

I am currently enrolled with Universal Weather and Aviation (company that I'm working for right now), and will be travelling to Houston in February for the practical. I see posts on here alot that say recruiters came to their class and hired that way, does anyone have experience with Universal Weather? Just curious if recruiters might skip over UWA.

I'm open to moving anywhere for a job, but the FLL area is only a few hours from me, so I was looking at Spirit and Silver Airways down there. Anyone have any advice regarding these companies?

One last thing, I am doing CS/logistics work with part 135 providers right now (Netjets, Flexjet etc), does experience in that area carry over to commercial at all?
 
Welcome Russ,

I have never heard of UWA so I am afraid I cannot speak for whether airlines will darken the door looking for new blood. In a general answer to your question however, I strongly suggest you not wait for anyone to come to you. As soon as you get within say 2 weeks of graduation start firing off resumes. I don't know how married you are to the idea of staying in Florida but I can tell you your chances of landing a job increase exponentially if you consider moving..

As to your previous experience, depends on what you did there, but in terms of general work experience it's certainly useful.
 
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Russ25 said:
First off I'm new here, I have been reading these threads quite a bit and have found them to be very helpful, and I have reviewed most of the FAQ's.. I'm eager to meet and work with you all.

I am currently enrolled with Universal Weather and Aviation (company that I'm working for right now), and will be travelling to Houston in February for the practical. I see posts on here alot that say recruiters came to their class and hired that way, does anyone have experience with Universal Weather? Just curious if recruiters might skip over UWA.

I'm open to moving anywhere for a job, but the FLL area is only a few hours from me, so I was looking at Spirit and Silver Airways down there. Anyone have any advice regarding these companies?

One last thing, I am doing CS/logistics work with part 135 providers right now (Netjets, Flexjet etc), does experience in that area carry over to commercial at all?
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Why did you pass up Sheffiled since you live so close?!?! Ive heard the great and powerful Universal Weather has wait listed like crazy. And no Spirit won't touch you.
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Reek said:
Why did you pass up Sheffiled since you live so close?!?! Ive heard the great and powerful Universal Weather has wait listed like crazy. And no Spirit won't touch you.
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Yeah they waitlist quite a bit. Actually I was very lucky to get into this class. Sheffield was my first choice, but when my company gave me a very nice discount for the course that they offer, how could I say no? :)
 
Good decision. The cheaper the better. Sheffield is overrated.
Good luck in class.
 
Russ25,

Welcome! I am not familiar with UWA, but as others has said..do not wait for the recruiters to come to you. Your customer service and logistic's work for a Part 135 will give you a leg up when looking for a Dispatch job at the regionals. If your end goal is to work for majors you really have 2 options in my view..

1. Work for a Part 121 Regional Airline to get experience and apply for openings at majors as they open. From what I have seen the majors recently have been looking for someone with 1-3 years of Dispatch experience and a 4 year college degree. Some may hire with no college degree but typically require more Dispatch experience.

2. Get almost any job at the major you want to Dispatch for and apply as a internal candidate when Dispatch positions open.
 
oktex88 said:
Russ25,

Welcome! I am not familiar with UWA, but as others has said..do not wait for the recruiters to come to you. Your customer service and logistic's work for a Part 135 will give you a leg up when looking for a Dispatch job at the regionals. If your end goal is to work for majors you really have 2 options in my view..

1. Work for a Part 121 Regional Airline to get experience and apply for openings at majors as they open. From what I have seen the majors recently have been looking for someone with 1-3 years of Dispatch experience and a 4 year college degree. Some may hire with no college degree but typically require more Dispatch experience.

2. Get almost any job at the major you want to Dispatch for and apply as a internal candidate when Dispatch positions open.
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Geeze R....I mean @oktex88 you're such a downer.

Nah just apply to the majors they'll hire you tomorrow. Hold out for what you want…
 
Based on recent interviews/hiring it seems Southwest is willing to hire people with significantly less experience than the Legacy carriers. Take that for what it's worth but I guess it works for them.
 
CPZ9900 said:
Based on recent interviews/hiring it seems Southwest is willing to hire people with significantly less experience than the Legacy carriers. Take that for what it's worth but I guess it works for them.
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Or perhaps, since essentially all of the majors have done extensive hiring over the past year or so, they aren't really interested in picking through the "dented cans and broken toys pile" that nobody else bothered to hire. Experience without aptitude and attitude isn't much of a gain. However, aptitude and attitude is quite an attractive investment over "experience" considering what might be left. If you need an example of what I'm talking about simply reference your last 20ish posts. I know potential employers certainly have been.
 
oktex88 said:
Russ25,

Welcome! I am not familiar with UWA, but as others has said..do not wait for the recruiters to come to you. Your customer service and logistic's work for a Part 135 will give you a leg up when looking for a Dispatch job at the regionals. If your end goal is to work for majors you really have 2 options in my view..

1. Work for a Part 121 Regional Airline to get experience and apply for openings at majors as they open. From what I have seen the majors recently have been looking for someone with 1-3 years of Dispatch experience and a 4 year college degree. Some may hire with no college degree but typically require more Dispatch experience.

2. Get almost any job at the major you want to Dispatch for and apply as a internal candidate when Dispatch positions open.
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I've got my degree so I feel good about my chances. Just need a year or 2 of experience it sounds like.. And networking of course.
 
69beers said:
Or perhaps, since essentially all of the majors have done extensive hiring over the past year or so, they aren't really interested in picking through the "dented cans and broken toys pile" that nobody else bothered to hire. Experience without aptitude and attitude isn't much of a gain. However, aptitude and attitude is quite an attractive investment over "experience" considering what might be left. If you need an example of what I'm talking about simply reference your last 20ish posts. I know potential employers certainly have been.
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There's a lot of buzzwords in there, brah. It's a good thing that I don't live and die on an internet forum. It's actually quite comical how serious some of y'all take this. Sure its fun to share some advice and help each other out, but in the end, it's still just the internet.

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That was a mighty quick edit to your post there, bra. However, those are just buzzwords you will never hear during the interview you will never have.
 
69beers said:
That was a mighty quick edit to your post there, bra. However, those are just buzzwords you will never hear during the interview you will never have.
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Shouldnt you be working up my flights for all my cyber monday purchases? #BoxesAreBack
 
69beers said:
Assuming, hypothetically, a new regional dispatcher could afford Christmas shopping their packages would be trucked to Dayton.
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So very hostile.
Really all I wanted was your attention to ask if you could hand my resume and cover letter to the hiring manager. I assume you worked at a regional right? Don't judge me because of my background at PSA. I've learned alot about what not to do dispatching- that makes me a unique canidate; everyone from expressjet and skywest follow everything by the book. Ive put apps out everywhere and already have invites to test at 2 majors.
PM me when you get a chance. Thanks! Also you jacked this thread from @Russ25. I think we need to get back on track-

Russ good attitude- never expect the easy path to a major- you need to work hard and have a good attitude throughout your journey. Network Network Network and utilize all available resources to make you stand out. Also don't every be picky about what job you take- get that 121 turbojet experience and continue a goal upwards! Good luck!
 
Russ25 said:
First off I'm new here, I have been reading these threads quite a bit and have found them to be very helpful, and I have reviewed most of the FAQ's.. I'm eager to meet and work with you all.

I am currently enrolled with Universal Weather and Aviation (company that I'm working for right now), and will be travelling to Houston in February for the practical. I see posts on here alot that say recruiters came to their class and hired that way, does anyone have experience with Universal Weather? Just curious if recruiters might skip over UWA.

I'm open to moving anywhere for a job, but the FLL area is only a few hours from me, so I was looking at Spirit and Silver Airways down there. Anyone have any advice regarding these companies?

One last thing, I am doing CS/logistics work with part 135 providers right now (Netjets, Flexjet etc), does experience in that area carry over to commercial at all?
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Hello all,
I currently work at a local FBO near Round Rock, TX and was wondering what dispatch schools you would reccomend. Ive heard about IFOD in Dallas but I'm not sure I want to commit 5 weeks to this as I don't have that much $. Does anyone know much about the Universal program? Why is Sheffield the best? I'm hoping to get my license by April and then quickly get on with Enovy so I can move on to American quicker with the next 1-2 years.
Thank you.
 
CRJInTheHeartOfTexas said:
Hello all,
I currently work at a local FBO near Round Rock, TX and was wondering what dispatch schools you would reccomend. Ive heard about IFOD in Dallas but I'm not sure I want to commit 5 weeks to this as I don't have that much $. Does anyone know much about the Universal program? Why is Sheffield the best? I'm hoping to get my license by April and then quickly get on with Enovy so I can move on to American quicker with the next 1-2 years.
Thank you.
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Hey nice to see another noob here. Not real sure what these guys are arguing about.. But I have nothing but good things to say about the UWA program so far. If you want to be done by April, you need to email them now, see when openings are (http://www.universalweather.com/resources/faa-dispatcher-certification/). The nice thing about UWA is it's all online training until the 2 weeks required by the FAA, and for you it sounds like Houston isn't too far from home. Sheffield also has programs similar to this, they have a lot more open slots, so if you can't get in with UWA, Sheffield could work for you too. Also curious which FBO you work with, might have called you a time or two lol.
 
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