Josh Cazalot
New Member
So being that we now live in a distance education for adults world I was wondering if some of you can chime in on this...... What are the best schools to attend to earn my Dx license online? I have heard that some programs allow you take a few months of online courses then spend a week or 2 at the school's campus to finish up and take the exams.
Also,
I just landed a job as a Flight Follower at an oil & gas helicopter transport company called Bristow. The job description seemed very close to that of an airline dispatcher.
This position is the first point of contact for all Bristow aircraft tracked by the flight following center in New Iberia. Operates radio and computer systems to provide flight following services while maintaining a flight following log. Maintains accurate fuel information and informs pilot of fuel status at offshore locations. Utilizes telephone and satellite tracking as back up for radio communications. Maintains complete familiarity with the company search and rescue plan. Notifies Flight Following Supervisor or Operations personnel of flight delays or mechanical difficulties relayed by pilots. Relays messages between company aircraft and customer's representative. Maintains accurate records of weather conditions as reported by pilots and disseminates the reports to other pilots and base managers. Serves as a customer service representative and coordinates with customers and company representatives as necessary for all daily requirements.
Do any of you know if the airlines would possibly see this as valuable experience that could give me a better shot at getting hired? Specifically ExpressJet or American Eagl.... i mean "ENVOY"?
I love the Dallas and Atlanta areas and they are close to my current home.
Thanks to all!
Also,
I just landed a job as a Flight Follower at an oil & gas helicopter transport company called Bristow. The job description seemed very close to that of an airline dispatcher.
This position is the first point of contact for all Bristow aircraft tracked by the flight following center in New Iberia. Operates radio and computer systems to provide flight following services while maintaining a flight following log. Maintains accurate fuel information and informs pilot of fuel status at offshore locations. Utilizes telephone and satellite tracking as back up for radio communications. Maintains complete familiarity with the company search and rescue plan. Notifies Flight Following Supervisor or Operations personnel of flight delays or mechanical difficulties relayed by pilots. Relays messages between company aircraft and customer's representative. Maintains accurate records of weather conditions as reported by pilots and disseminates the reports to other pilots and base managers. Serves as a customer service representative and coordinates with customers and company representatives as necessary for all daily requirements.
Do any of you know if the airlines would possibly see this as valuable experience that could give me a better shot at getting hired? Specifically ExpressJet or American Eagl.... i mean "ENVOY"?

I love the Dallas and Atlanta areas and they are close to my current home.
Thanks to all!