nighthawk632
Well-Known Member
Hey all, I've been lurking here for a while, and wanted to get the straight story from you guys.
I'm seriously considering, once I finish my Associate's degree in May, going to a dispatch course and getting my ADX certificate. There are two schools I've been looking at, iFOD - about which I've seen some negative thoughts posted, and World Airline - which I can't find ANYTHING about. I'm sure someone will try to sell me on Sheffield, and even if they are heads above everyone else, I can't justify going to Florida for this, when I've got 4 schools practically in my back yard.
I don't have an aviation background, but I've always been fascinated with the field. Living relatively close to DFW airport, and about 3 miles from the runway at NAS Fort Worth (formerly Carswell AFB) and Lockheed Martin has kept me exposed to the industry pretty well. I also have a coworker at one of my jobs who retired from American after 30-some odd years (started as a flight attendant in the mid 70s, moved to crew scheduling and FA management) so I've heard some war stories from him.
As for my vitals. I'm 26, married with a kiddo. I've discussed this situation with my wife and she understands that this will involve at the very least one relocation. She works for a national bank, so we're not too concerned about her job prospects. I currently have 4 part time jobs, none of which are steady and I'm ready to buckle down and find a career, not just a job, so I can start supporting my family the way I feel I should.
Sorry to bother you with my story, but I figured I could get some honest feedback from you guys. I don't know, maybe I'm looking for someone to tell me I'm not crazy. Maybe I'm looking for someone to tell me I AM :laff: Is this something that I'll be able to make into a career in the current market, or are their just way to many certified people out there to get anywhere?
Anything you guys have to say is much appreciated.
--Chris
I'm seriously considering, once I finish my Associate's degree in May, going to a dispatch course and getting my ADX certificate. There are two schools I've been looking at, iFOD - about which I've seen some negative thoughts posted, and World Airline - which I can't find ANYTHING about. I'm sure someone will try to sell me on Sheffield, and even if they are heads above everyone else, I can't justify going to Florida for this, when I've got 4 schools practically in my back yard.
I don't have an aviation background, but I've always been fascinated with the field. Living relatively close to DFW airport, and about 3 miles from the runway at NAS Fort Worth (formerly Carswell AFB) and Lockheed Martin has kept me exposed to the industry pretty well. I also have a coworker at one of my jobs who retired from American after 30-some odd years (started as a flight attendant in the mid 70s, moved to crew scheduling and FA management) so I've heard some war stories from him.
As for my vitals. I'm 26, married with a kiddo. I've discussed this situation with my wife and she understands that this will involve at the very least one relocation. She works for a national bank, so we're not too concerned about her job prospects. I currently have 4 part time jobs, none of which are steady and I'm ready to buckle down and find a career, not just a job, so I can start supporting my family the way I feel I should.
Sorry to bother you with my story, but I figured I could get some honest feedback from you guys. I don't know, maybe I'm looking for someone to tell me I'm not crazy. Maybe I'm looking for someone to tell me I AM :laff: Is this something that I'll be able to make into a career in the current market, or are their just way to many certified people out there to get anywhere?
Anything you guys have to say is much appreciated.
--Chris