As an Aircraft Dispatcher, you will need to master following:

• air traffic control operations
• airport planning
• apply airport standards and regulations
• assist pilot in execution of emergency landing
• aviation meteorology
• calculate aircraft weight
• consider weather conditions in flight decisions
• create a flight plan
• disseminate flight information
• ensure accuracy of aeronautical data
• prepare flight dispatch release
• prepare notices to airmen for pilots
• tolerate stress
• use meteorological information
• work in an aviation team

More generally, an aircraft dispatcher is also versed in:

• act reliably
• apply company policies
• make time-critical decisions
• meet deadlines
• operate radio equipment
• perform multiple tasks at the same time
• think analytically
• use ICT systems
• use different communication channels

It also helps to know the following: