Hello Nicholas, Glad to see a fellow TSTC graduate! I’m a current dispatcher with Southwest Airlines. I think the best way to improve your chances is to get some Part 121 dispatch experience under your belt. It could be at a regional, cargo carrier, or a 121 supplemental operation of some type. In the past two classes, all the externals that were hired have had at least two years of Part 121 experience, and it seems about half of them have held either manager positions or training positions at their respective operations. I myself had 4 1/2 years of both passenger and cargo dispatch experience before I was given a chance. Have you considered going the internal route? It’s definitely a good way in and I think your 135 experience would help you out there. But also keep in mind that the internal pathway is extremely competitive...I’ve met quite a few employees who have their licenses. Sorry for the somewhat late response, and if you have any questions feel free to send them my way. Also good luck on the current round of hiring! - 747Spatcher
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