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1. 01GUIDEPilot aptitude test: the systems airlines use, what they cost and how to prepareA pilot aptitude test is the computer-based screening that comes before most airline and academy interviews. You will most likely meet one of six systems: COMPASS, Aon...30 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
2. 02GUIDEAssessments for experienced pilots: requirements and selection stagesWhen moving to another airline, experienced pilots undergo selections focusing on operational experience, type knowledge, crew resource management and motivation.13 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
3. 03GUIDEMathematics pilot assessment: what to expect and how to prepareThe mathematics pilot assessment tests mental arithmetic and conversions, which applicants frequently find difficult due to strict time limits.8 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
4. 04GUIDEPilot personality test: what airlines look for and how to prepareAirlines use a pilot personality test to evaluate your character traits and ensure you are suited for the demanding cockpit environment.updated 11 Oct 2026
5. 05GUIDEPsychological assessment in pilot selectionThe psychological assessment evaluates whether aspiring pilots are emotionally stable, team-oriented, accurate, assertive and eager to learn.16 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
6. 06ANSWERCOMPASS or cut-e: what is the difference?COMPASS, from EPST, has six computer-based tests, while the Aon Pilot Assessments that Jet2 uses have nine modules: hand-eye co-ordination, sense of direction,...17 sources · updated 25 Oct 2026
7. 07ANSWERHow do candidates experience COMPASS?COMPASS is EPST's computer-based aptitude test with six tests: Control, Slalom, Mathematics, Memory, Task manager and Orientation.11 sources · updated 25 Oct 2026
8. 08ANSWERHow do candidates experience the interview?Candidates describe the interview as a crucial phase, aimed at getting to know you and assessing you on pilot competencies. The atmosphere ranges from pleasant and...18 sources · updated 25 Oct 2026
9. 09ANSWERHow do I prepare for COMPASS?COMPASS is EPST's computer-based aptitude test with six tests: Control, Slalom, Mathematics, Memory, Task manager and Orientation. Skywings says you cannot really...27 sources · updated 2 days ago
10. 10ANSWERHow do I prepare for the COVA?Prepare for the 30-45 minute COVA interview by being honest about your availability, performing strongly in the GVSS and not hesitating on difficult questions. Bring a...14 sources · updated 2 days ago
11. 11ANSWERHow does COMPASS work?The COMPASS test consists of six computer-based tests, such as Control, Slalom and Task manager, which you complete with a joystick and pedals.14 sources · updated 26 Oct 2026
12. 12GUIDEMultitasking tests in pilot selection explainedWhat is a multitasking test, where will you meet it (KLM Flight Academy SMO, Schuhfried, Symbiotics, Aon), how is it scored and how do you prepare?updated 10 Oct 2026
13. 13GUIDEPhysics in pilot assessmentsPhysics in pilot assessments: aerodynamics, weather, instruments and basic principles. Tips and preparation.updated 10 Oct 2026
14. 14GUIDEReasoning tests for pilotsAll about reasoning tests in pilot assessments: logical, verbal, numerical, abstract and spatial reasoning. Tips and examples.updated 10 Oct 2026
15. 15GUIDESimulator assessment preparationPrepare for a simulator assessment: SIDs, STARs, procedures and tips. Know what to expect.updated 10 Oct 2026
16. 16TEST GUIDEADAPT pilot aptitude test (Symbiotics): tests, joystick and how to prepareADAPT is the online assessment platform from Symbiotics that delivers pilot aptitude tests: maths and physics knowledge tests, FAST multitasking, a joystick...8 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
17. 17GUIDEADEPT-15: the Aon (cut-e) personality questionnaireADEPT-15 is Aon's personality questionnaire: you read and rate 100 statements about how you prefer to work, in about 30 minutes.2 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
18. 18GUIDEAon gridChallenge: the cut-e working memory testgridChallenge is Aon's working memory test: nine tasks of varying difficulty in 9 minutes.2 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
19. 19GUIDEAon inductive reasoning tests: scales ix, scales clx and scales clsAon has three inductive reasoning tests: scales ix (5 minutes), scales clx (6 minutes) and scales cls (12 minutes), all about finding the rule in a set of figures.3 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
20. 20TEST GUIDEAon Pilot Assessments (cut-e): modules, airlines and how to prepareAon Pilot Assessments, formerly known as cut-e, are browser-based tests that airlines and flight academies send as an online link. Aptitude and logic modules take 2 to...11 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
21. 21GUIDEAon scales numerical: the cut-e numerical reasoning testscales numerical is Aon's numerical reasoning test: 37 statements in 12 minutes, each answered True, False or Cannot say from tables and charts.2 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
22. 22GUIDEAon scales verbal: the cut-e verbal reasoning testscales verbal is Aon's verbal reasoning test: 49 statements in 12 minutes, each answered True, False or Cannot say from short texts.2 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
23. 23GUIDEAon switchChallenge: how the cut-e deductive reasoning test worksswitchChallenge is Aon's 6-minute deductive reasoning test: you find the 4-digit code that turns a row of shapes into the output shown.2 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
24. 24TEST GUIDECOMPASS pilot aptitude test: modules, scoring and how to prepareCOMPASS is a computer-based pilot aptitude test from EPST (European Pilot Selection & Training). It measures hand-eye-foot coordination, mental arithmetic, memory,...11 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
25. 25TEST GUIDEDLR pilot test: cost, ratings, locations and how to prepareThe DLR test is a one-day computer-based examination at a DLR test centre that you take before applying to the European Flight Academy of Lufthansa Group. It covers...10 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
26. 26GUIDEPilot assessment: the stages of airline pilot selection and how to prepareA pilot assessment is the selection process an airline or flight academy uses to choose its pilots. It usually has three blocks: online aptitude tests, an assessment day...19 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
27. 27TEST GUIDESHL tests: what they are and how to prepareSHL designs and develops psychometric tests, such as ability tests and personality questionnaires, that employers use to assess job candidates.4 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
28. 28TEST GUIDEThe EPST pilot selection: phases, COMPASS, costs and retakesThe EPST selection is the three-phase pilot aptitude selection of EPST in Utrecht: a 3-hour test day with COMPASS, a simulator and group day, and a fit interview.9 sources · updated 12 Oct 2026
29. 29TEST GUIDEThe Mollymawk pilot aptitude testMollymawk is a psychometric test battery from MOLLYMAWK psychometrics used to assess candidates for aviation jobs such as flight crew, and you take it as a supervised...5 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
30. 30TEST GUIDEThe PILAPT pilot aptitude testPILAPT is a series of tests for assessing aptitude for pilot training, whose archived 2023 site named People Technologies as the publisher, with Psytech Ltd now the sole...7 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
31. 31TEST GUIDEThe RAF CBAT pilot aptitude testOn 1 October 2026 the RAF Pilot role page (archive copy) described CBAT as a series of Computer Based Aptitude Tests, taken over one day at the Officers and Aircrew...2 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026

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