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Celebrating World Airline Dispatcher Day 2026

A message from ADF President Miguel Reyes on World Airline Dispatcher Day, plus 2026 proclamations from Georgia, Texas, Illinois, and Washington.

November 1, 2026

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Celebrating World Airline Dispatcher Day 2026

A message from ADF President Miguel Reyes on World Airline Dispatcher Day, plus 2026 proclamations from Georgia, Texas, Illinois, and Washington.

Nov 1, 2026

Ten Years in the Making: FedEx Jumpseat Restrictions Lifted

FedEx has removed all restrictions on offline Dispatchers listing for and occupying its cockpit jumpseats — the result of more than ten years of …

Sep 30, 2026

FAA SMART: What Dispatchers Need to Know

ADF brings you the latest on SMART—and what it means for your desk. Learn about the initial rollout, ADF’s priorities, and the questions dispatchers …

Sep 23, 2026

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