Dispatchers are licensed airmen by the FAA who shares responsibility for the exercise of operational control, which gives them authority to divert, delay or cancel a flight.
(a) To be eligible to take the aircraft dispatcher knowledge test, a person must be at least 21 years of age.
(b) To be eligible for an aircraft dispatcher certificate, a person must -
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Be at least 23 years of age.
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Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
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Pass the required knowledge test.
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Pass the required practical test.
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A statement of graduation issued or revalidated in accordance with § 65.70(b) of this part, showing that the person has successfully completed an approved aircraft dispatcher course.
