Your daily experiences; tell me if I can hack it

Flying Saluki said:
In any job or profession, there are going to be times of high stress/activity/workload/noise/etc. Some industries, like transportation, are more prone to it than others, but I don't know of any industry where you won't experience that kind of work environment at some point. So, instead of worrying about whether or not this profession suits your temperament, I suggest you work on getting control of it. There are medical/counseling/educational professionals who can help you learn these skills. Your family doctor might be able to provide a recommendation as to how to get started.

Many people, from all walks of life, have overcome personal characteristics to pursue their goals. You can do it too.
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azmedic said:
Maybe look into being one of the receptionist girls at a FBO? The stress level is probably a bit lower than working in an airline SOC and you still get your aviation fix.


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womanpilot73 said:
Great idea... If you did it at a small GA shop, it would be even more fun because you don't have to deal with a bunch of rich PITA's.

Or skip aviation altogether and be a stand up comic because Miss Lindsley, your reply cracked me up ;-)
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I worked as a line guy at an FBO, and also worked the front desk some, and while it is not the same kind of stress as dispatching can be sometimes, it is not for someone who does not like noise. Think, multiple • pilots wanting their coffee, paper for the printer,cnn station changed to fox (or the other way around) catering, rental cars, where the hell is my fuel I ordered it 10 minutes ago?!, I need the lav serviced, hey can we get a ride to the hotel?, hey can I pay my bill?... All at the same time, while the lobby is full of people talking, while the phones are ringing with more • pilots wanting you to make hotel and rental car reservations for them and their passengers.

I can appreciate the suggestions made as these two quoted people have a wealth of knowledge and helpful information on this forum. However, if noise, commotion, and stress are not for you... I would stay away from an FBO. What general aviation lacks in federal regulations and seriousness, it makes up for with pretentious *^%#* and while it doesn't take a particularly bright person to do the job, it is usually stressful. And ironically, it's usually the ones that are not filthy rich that are the biggest PITAS.

I enjoy aviation and I love dispatching. I don't particularly like noise either but what people have said on here is true.. It gets noisy, hectic, and stressful real quick and you cannot leave it. For me, I probably am not as bothered by noises like you are, but when I'm at work it doesn't bother me. I love going to work and when it gets busy it becomes a puzzle of "how can I minimize the fuster cluck.

Maybe look at becoming a flight attendant. Or, like others have said, go sit with a dispatcher a few times before you drop the $$. Whatever you do, find something that makes you happy. It made all the difference in the world for me.

Sorry for the novel, and good luck!
 
CF34-3B1 said:
I worked as a line guy at an FBO, and also worked the front desk some, and while it is not the same kind of stress as dispatching can be sometimes, it is not for someone who does not like noise. Think, multiple • pilots wanting their coffee, paper for the printer,cnn station changed to fox (or the other way around) catering, rental cars, where the hell is my fuel I ordered it 10 minutes ago?!, I need the lav serviced, hey can we get a ride to the hotel?, hey can I pay my bill?... All at the same time, while the lobby is full of people talking, while the phones are ringing with more • pilots wanting you to make hotel and rental car reservations for them and their passengers. I can appreciate the suggestions made as these two quoted people have a wealth of knowledge and helpful information on this forum. However, if noise, commotion, and stress are not for you... I would stay away from an FBO. What general aviation lacks in federal regulations and seriousness, it makes up for with pretentious *^%#* and while it doesn't take a particularly bright person to do the job, it is usually stressful. And ironically, it's usually the ones that are not filthy rich that are the biggest PITAS. I enjoy aviation and I love dispatching. I don't particularly like noise either but what people have said on here is true.. It gets noisy, hectic, and stressful real quick and you cannot leave it. For me, I probably am not as bothered by noises like you are, but when I'm at work it doesn't bother me. I love going to work and when it gets busy it becomes a puzzle of "how can I minimize the fuster cluck. Maybe look at becoming a flight attendant. Or, like others have said, go sit with a dispatcher a few times before you drop the $$. Whatever you do, find something that makes you happy. It made all the difference in the world for me. Sorry for the novel, and good luck!
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I was more referring to a slow airport that caters to local single engine pilots, maybe a handful of student pilots, etc... In my experience it's a relaxed environment where your interaction is with locals who simply love to fly.
 
^ Yes, because that's basically all I do every night.:bounce:

Any time I show up and I see Sabre Movement Control all pink...I think about how long my night is going to be coding and inputting delays...:cry:
 
Figby said:
I'm virtually positive we don't work for the same airline, and I think I've heard about that guy.
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He's been a bit of a journeyman over the last 5 years. So a LOT of people know him. Remember, only takes being at a handful of carriers before the entire Country's dispatch workforce knows you/has heard of you lol
 
PHL_Approach said:
He's been a bit of a journeyman over the last 5 years. So a LOT of people know him. Remember, only takes being at a handful of carriers before the entire Country's dispatch workforce knows you/has heard of you lol
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Being an office asshat will effectively spread your name into offices you don't work in also. Word travels quickly 'round these parts.
 
pljenkins said:
Being an office asshat will effectively spread your name into offices you don't work in also. Word travels quickly 'round these parts.
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He's not that type, for his name to get around for being in that category. He doesn't have a mean bone in his body. But as was said earlier he's just very "quirky".
 
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PHL_Approach said:
He's not that type, for his name to get around for being in that category. He doesn't have a mean bone in his body. But as was said earlier he's just very "quirky".
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Fair 'nuff. Certainly knew a few of those guys in my travels.
 
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