Aviation Operations Manager
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Transportation and Postal Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Transportation Operations Clerks
Summary
A profession in airline companies or operations management departments that creates flight plans and monitors operations status to support safe flight operations.
Description
Aviation Operations Managers are specialists in airline operations management departments who support safe and efficient aviation operations by creating flight plans, monitoring operations status, and performing various adjustments. Taking into account weather information and aviation regulations, they develop flight plans that include fuel calculations, weight and center of gravity balance, and alternate airport designations. On the day of operations, they monitor flight status in real time using the operations management system and respond promptly in coordination with related departments in the event of abnormalities such as delays, aircraft issues, or weather changes. In emergencies, they judge whether to continue operations and issue instructions to crew members, requiring decision-making that prioritizes passenger safety. Even after obtaining the license, they continuously participate in training on the latest safety management systems and regulatory updates.
Future Outlook
Demand for operations managers is expected to remain stable with the increase in air transport volume. Although automation and AI will advance, human final judgment and troubleshooting capabilities will still be required, so demand for highly specialized personnel is expected to persist.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Cautious / Good cooperativeness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Operations Management Assistant (Clerk) → Aviation Operations Manager → Senior Operations Manager → Operations Management Team Leader → Operations Management Department Manager
Required Skills
Aviation Radio Communication (English) / Aviation Regulations Knowledge / Flight Plan Creation / Operations Management System Operation / Weather Information Analysis
Recommended Skills
Crisis Management Response / Data Analysis (BI Tools) / Multi-Department Coordination Ability / Safety Management System
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes directly impact safety |
| Planning & Organization | High ability is required for formulating and adjusting operations schedules |
| Problem Solving | Because quick and appropriate judgment is required during operational troubles |
| Stress Tolerance | Because calm responses to emergencies and sudden events are necessary |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily routine tasks where adherence to established procedures is valued more than creativity |
Related Qualifications
- Operations Manager (Aviation) License
Aliases
- Flight Dispatcher
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