Flight Operations Officer (FOO) &
Flight Dispatcher Training (FD)
The aspiring operator/coordinator of the airport starts here.
The EASA regulated course for Flight Operations Officer/ Flight Dispatcher.
Why Choose this course?
The industry needs trained FOO/FD
A passport for an aviation career
EASA regulated course outline
Opportunities for multiple positions in aviation
No previous experience needed
About the Course
When a Commercial Aviation Transport operator uses flight monitoring or flight watch as functions of a system for exercising operational control, FOOs/FDs should perform those functions.
Flight Operations Officer/Flight dispatcher (FOO/FD) is a key role for a commercial airline.
FOO/FD may be assigned different responsibilities and operational positions from the employer Commercial Aviation Transport.
FOO’s responsibilities may be the preparation of the flight plan before every flight, calculating the aircraft fuel quantity related to the total load, checking the weather forecast and wind direction.
The wind, weather at destination and enroute, navigation aids and equipment, airport facilities, the aircraft`s technical condition and performance, fuel uplift needs are only some of the variables an FOO has to coordinate, ensuring a safe flight.
FOO’s also note any special requirements for the flight crew and the cabin crew.
An FOO/FD has to coordinate, support and liaise between ground crew, handling services, air traffic control and flight crew. They have a great responsibility for the smoothness and the safety of the flight. A great FOO/FD has to be a good communicator, have problem solving skills, think fast and assert various risks and act accordingly.
Become Flight Dispatcher today!
Main Responsibilites
Flight Dispatcher’s/ FOO’s responsibilities may include:
- Monitoring aircraft arrivals and departures and amending turnaround schedules if there are delays
- Calculating the fuel required compared to the weight of the aircraft and distance of the journey
- Preparing flight paperwork for the crew, such as printing of flight plans, passenger lists and weather reports
Course Introduction
This 90-hour Dispatch course covers the essentials, no licensed Flight Operations staff would use during their daily routine. lt is designed to facilitate those, who have had some basic working experience, but do not require a license, with the formal knowledge to perform a more efficient job. lt is also suited for those holding a license, but have not had annual recurrent training, to update on latest industry requirements.
Course Modules
Module 1
- Meteorology
- Principles of Flight
- Navigation
- Flight Planning & Performance
- Generic Aircraft Systems
- Mass & Balance
- ETOPS/EDTO
- Air Law (ΙCΑΟ and EASA based)
- Dangerous Goods
- Communications
- Security & Emergency
- Fuel Conservation
- Strategies & Flight Monitoring
Course Objectives. What will you learn?
The syllabus follows the topics required per the IOSA Standards Manual, ICAO Annex 1 and ICAO Documents 10106 and 9868 and EASA Reg 965/2012 GM1 OR.GEN 110.(c) & (e) .
It intends to introduce participants to the essentials of flight dispatch.
Participants will learn
- Workflow processes and protocols of an international Airline Operations Center (AOC)
- Airline operations control fundamentals and ops control indoc training
- Basic theory of commercial aviation dispatch procedures and work rules.
- Local and international regulations and language used in the AOC
Course Duration
The course duration is totally 90 hours and consists of 60 hours live classroom modules and 30 hours e-learning sessions.
EASA Regulated Course
Why Choose CA Crew Academy for these course?
CA Aviation Academy was established especially to train and develop airline staff for ground and flight operations. The Flight Operations Officers (FOO) course is an approved Cyprus DCA (Department of Civil Aviation) and in compliance with all the ICAO standards and regulations.
Experienced and trainers carry out the initial or recurrent course for airlines at our facilities. A training course can be tailored to airline individual requirements upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below you’ll find answers to the most common questions about this course. We’ve included helpful details on what to expect, who it’s for, and how to get started. If you need more information, feel free to contact us anytime.
Can people with no experience take the course of FOO/FD?
What are the requirements for the course.
- Good knowledge of English language.
- Understanding of aviation subjects and arline operations desirable.
- Previous aviation experience an advantage.
What is the course duration?
The course is 60 hours including live and e-learning sessions.
- 60 hours live classroom modules
- 30 hours e-learning sessions
What is the cost of course?
Is there any fee to take the examination or any other hidden fee?
Is there any price package for multiple airline members?
Where is the training taking place?
I am an individual. Can I take the course myself and find a job in aviation?
Can I work anywhere in the world if I take this course?
Is there an FOO recurrent course available?
Yes. The duration is 24 hours.