At Flight Dispatch Training, you are taught by aviation professionals who understand what airline operations demand: precision, discipline, decision-making, and accountability.
Our instructors bring decades of real-world experience in airline flying, flight training, operational leadership, and regulatory standards. The goal is not to overwhelm you with theory. It is to build your competence step by step so you can prepare confidently for the Transport Canada Flight Dispatcher examinations and enter airline operations with the right mindset.
This program is taught with the same seriousness aviation requires, while still being supportive, respectful, and student-focused.
Our Teaching Philosophy
Aviation is not about memorizing information. It is about applying knowledge correctly under real operational conditions.
That is why our training is built around:
- Clear explanations and structured learning
- Real-world operational examples from airline environments
- Decision-making based on safety, regulations, and practicality
- Exam preparation that strengthens understanding, not shortcuts
Students leave this course with more than “notes.” They leave with a stronger foundation in how aviation operations actually work.
Instructor Team
We select instructors for more than credentials. We choose professionals who can teach with clarity, communicate with purpose, and guide students with the same standards expected in commercial aviation.
Dario Matrundola
Program Founder | Airline Transport Pilot | Class 1 Flight Instructor | Transport Canada Flight Test Examiner
Dario Matrundola is a licensed commercial pilot with over 30 years of experience in flight training and aviation management. With more than 10,000 flight hours, he holds an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) and a Class 1 Flight Instructor Rating, the highest level of instructor certification, authorizing him to train pilots to become instructors.
Dario founded the Flight Dispatcher program in 1998 and has delivered it for York University and numerous Canadian airlines and organizations. His work has helped shape one of Canada’s longest-running dispatcher training pathways, built on consistency, professionalism, and real operational relevance.
In addition to teaching, Dario serves as a Transport Canada Flight Test Examiner, conducting official flight tests for pilot licensing candidates. He is also a Radio Operator Certificate Examiner through Industry Canada.
Dario is also an aviation entrepreneur who has founded and managed multiple aviation operations, including:
- Canadian Flyers Flight Training School (Owner & President), now based at Lindsay Airport
- Canadian Flyers World Aviation Services, providing charter services in Madagascar and Guyana
- Canadian Flyers Medevac Operations, delivering air ambulance services across Canada
- Canadian Flyers Aerial Survey, supporting mapping and aerial survey operations
Dario’s instruction is known for being structured, professional, and deeply grounded in real aviation standards. His focus is on building confident students who understand aviation the right way.
Contact Dario at dmatrundola@rogers.com
Samad Kadri
Air Canada Boeing 787 Pilot | Class 1 Flight Instructor | Program Lead (Since 2013)
Samad Kadri is an airline pilot with over 7,000 flight hours and a strong background in airline operations and professional instruction. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL), a Class 1 Flight Instructor Rating, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Technology.
Sam currently flies the Boeing 787 Dreamliner for Air Canada, and previously operated the Airbus A320 and Airbus A220, giving students real insight into modern airline operations, dispatch coordination, and how flight crews rely on strong ground support.
Sam joined Dario in delivering the Flight Dispatcher Program in 2013 and has played a crucial role in redesigning, modernizing, and managing the course since then. His work ensures the program stays aligned with Transport Canada exam expectations while remaining highly practical and relevant to airline operations today.
His previous aviation experience includes:
- Airline Pilot, Jazz Aviation (Air Canada Express) on the Bombardier Dash-8
- Charter Pilot, Canadian Flyers World Aviation Services in Madagascar
- Chief Flight Instructor, Canadian Flyers Flight School
- Chief Pilot, Canadian Flyers Aerial Survey
Sam is known for clear teaching, strong mentorship, and a genuine commitment to student progress. He finds it deeply rewarding to see former students, both pilots and dispatchers, reach their professional goals and succeed in the aviation industry. Website – INSTRUCTORS
Outside of aviation, he enjoys sports, travelling, and exploring new foods.
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Guest Speaker — Working Flight Dispatcher
To connect training directly to the real workplace, students also receive insight from a working Flight Dispatcher.
This session helps students understand:
- Real dispatch workflow and daily responsibilities
- Operational communication with pilots and operations control
- Decision-making during irregular situations
- What airlines expect from new dispatchers
This is one of the most valuable parts of the course because it bridges training and real airline operations.
What Students Can Expect From This Team
When you train with us, you learn from professionals who operate under real-world aviation standards.
Combined instructor experience includes:
- 17,000+ flight hours
- Airline Transport Pilot Licences (ATPL)
- Class 1 Flight Instructor Ratings (highest instructor level)
- Transport Canada Flight Test Examiner authority
- Program delivery for York University and Canadian Airlines
- Direct experience in airline operations, charter, medevac, and aerial survey
This isn’t generic teaching. It’s operational aviation experience, brought into the classroom.
Ready to Train With Us?
If you would like to speak with our team before enrolling, we are happy to answer questions about eligibility, licensing, course dates, and what to expect during training.
Phone: 416-550-1436
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