Airline Dispatchers Federation · Est. 1990
Dispatch is
operational control.
The only certificated aviation professional sharing operational control with the pilot-in-command. When policy moves, we move with it.
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Your certificate says you control flights. Your membership says you control the conversation.
Join 2,800+ dispatchers from every major U.S. airline. All volunteer. All certificated. All working at Part 121 carriers.
§ About the Federation
Who we are
The Profession
Certificated aircraft dispatchers and operational control professionals from every major U.S. airline, cargo carrier, and regional.
The Advocacy
An all-volunteer advocacy organization — not a labor union — representing the professional interests of the dispatch profession.
The Watch
The vast majority of U.S. airline passengers fly each day under the watchful eye of ADF members.
Summit 2026
The Airline Dispatchers Federation invites dispatchers, pilots, air traffic controllers, and representatives from government and industry for discussion panels, career development, industry updates, and of course - raffle prizes.
Working on aviation legislation?
ADF provides briefings, testimony, and position papers on dispatch and operational-control matters. Staff available on request.
Tell us what you need.
Request received.
A member of our government affairs team will reach out at the email you provided.
Add your voice to 2,800+ colleagues.
Membership is open to certificated dispatchers, operational control professionals, and those who support us.
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