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Emirates Pilot Selection,Module by Module.

Every part of the preparation, each with its own practice set and best taken in the order shown, then one timed final assessment.

Programme by the PilotinQ editorial team · updated 9 November 2026
7 modulesin the suggested order, then the final
3,900+practice questions with explanations
80%target readiness before the assessment
01 · The modules

Climb the Selection, One Module at a Time

Each module opens its own practice set; the last step is the full timed assessment.

  1. 1NowMaths and mental arithmeticMental arithmetic, speed, distance and time.
  2. 2AheadReasoningPatterns, sequences and logic under time.
  3. 3AheadPhysicsMechanics and the physics behind flight.
  4. 4AheadAviation EnglishReading, grammar and listening in aviation English.
  5. 5AheadSituational judgementHow you would act in realistic work situations.
  6. 6AheadPersonality questionnaireA questionnaire that maps your working style.
  7. 7AheadInterview preparationCompetency questions and a practice interview.
  8. Opens at 80%Final Test, TimedEvery part as a timed test.
All parts of this selectionTests outside these modules, such as stage tests, technical comprehension and role play where the selection has them.See the selection parts
How the Emirates selection runsNational Cadet Pilot Programme (Emirates): Stage 1 maths and physics assessments plus medical pre-screening at the EK Clinic; Stage 2 Compass test, mental maths, aviation English test and psychometric tests (abstract and spatial reasoning); Stage 3 panel interview and GCAA medical examination. EFTA (international): online application and profile, application review, pre-recorded HireVue video interview, psychometric assessment and online one-to-one interview, three-day assessment in Dubai (day 1 maths, physics and Compass; days 2 to 3 medical and language), then offer.
02 · Sample question

Try a Maths Question Now

One question from the maths module, with the explanation straight after. Start the set when you are ready for more.

Start the Practice Set
MATHS · SAMPLE QUESTION

An aircraft cruises at 480 knots. How far does it fly in 25 minutes?

Pick an answer to see the explanation.

03 · Assessment bridge · Module 1

From This Module to Its Test, in One Click

Practice opens straight away. The assessment opens when your readiness reaches the target, and its result comes back here.

YOU ARE HEREModule 1 · Maths and mental arithmeticEmirates · 0 of 7 done
Not startedtarget 80%
PRACTICE · OPENPractice Set · Maths and mental arithmeticUntimed, with an explanation for every answer.Practise This Module
ASSESSMENT · OPENS AT 80%Emirates AssessmentEvery part timed, in the format of the assessment page.Opens at 80%
The result returns here.At or above target: Module 2 opens.Below target: we point you to the part that gains you most.
SELSELECTION
FINISH THE CLIMBThe SEL Badge Goes in Your LogbookPass every module at 80% or more, then every timed part of the final at 80% or more. You earn the badge for this programme and a PilotinQ certificate of completion with a verification link.
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