Applicants who have met the general criteria for entry into Diploma level vocation training (and VET Student Loans scheme if relevant) are usually required to undertake a pilot aptitude test and review discussion with the Head of School.
Pilot aptitude testing serves the specific purpose of evaluating individuals’ suitability and potential for a career as a pilot in the aviation industry. These tests are designed to assess various cognitive, psychomotor, and personality traits that are crucial for successful performance in the role of a pilot. The aviation industry places a significant emphasis on safety and efficiency, and pilot aptitude tests help identify candidates who have the necessary attributes to become skilled and responsible pilots. The key purposes of pilot aptitude testing include:
It’s important to note that the pilot aptitude test is just one component of the overall pathway to becoming a pilot – the goal is to ensure that individuals who become pilots have the necessary skills, attributes, and temperament to handle the demands and responsibilities of flying safely and efficiently.
The aptitude test we generally use is the internationally regarded ADAPT by Symbiotics.
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