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Learn To Fly’s specialised Airline Interview Preparation Programs have helped a huge number of pilots to achieve success in their applications to multiple leading airlines internationally. Designed to help with both your preparation and your performance throughout the application and interview process, these courses will give you the advantage you need to land your dream airline job.

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Future Cadet Pilot Program (FCPP)

The Future Cadet Pilot Program (FCPP) is a comprehensive Airline Interview Preparation course that will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to go into your airline cadet pilot interview with the best possible chance of success. Every aspect of the FCPP boils down to every detail. Most importantly, you won’t get caught by surprise at any stage of the cadet pilot interview process.

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The Best Airline Interview Preparation

Airlines process of selecting a Cadet Pilot is comprehensive, rigorous and time consuming – often up to six months from beginning to end. This process ensures only the highest standard and professional candidates are selected as graduates. The selection process consists of interviews, computer aptitude tests, medical examinations, psychological tests and both written and spoken English tests. Academic skills as well as interpersonal skills are highly sought after, in addition to quick thinking, adaptability and logic – a wide and varied skill set is required to be considered as a Cadet Pilot.

To develop your technical, theoretical and practical flying skills in preparation for your Cadet application, our Future Cadet Pilot Program has developed a syllabus to improve your abilities and confidence in your application. You will experience the most rewarding journey of your life and give yourself the best chance through the intense interviewing process.

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Airline Interview Preparation Programs We Offer

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THEORY SESSION The Advanced Airline Interview Preparation Theory course is a perfect companion to our Airline Interview Coaching Session, exploring more advanced theory concepts over 9 modules to give you an even greater advantage in your preparation. Take your preparation and knowledge to the next level with leading Airline Interview Consultant and current Check and Training Captain Darren McPherson.

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COACHING SESSION The Airline Interview Preparation Consultant and International Airline Training Captain - Darren McPherson will conduct this highly specialised session. He will teach you how to prepare your application. Most importantly, he will you through the recruitment process, along with the elements and phases of the interview.

Airlines are looking to make significant scale training investments and recruit future Captains, not just cadets. The extensive Airline Interview Preparation training offered by this particular course gives you a broad awareness of the entire aviation industry, alongside a wide range of analytical skills. Through this program, you'll develop a breadth and a depth of thinking, and also the ability to solve problems that are relevant to the aviation industry. You will have a well-developed understanding of all the core knowledge, terminology and soft skills required for the Cadet Pilot interview process.

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Airline Pilot Interview Process

Initial Psychometric Testing

Designed to screen applicants and look at key qualities that are desired for the role as a pilot, the psychometric test covers general personality, intelligence, numerical reasoning and eye hand coordination.

How We Can Help

Our airline interview preparation courses give you the opportunity to complete example psychometric tests similar to those used by the airlines.
We will then thoroughly analyse your results with you, based on what airlines are looking for.

Initial Interview Screening (HR & Technical)

This interview assesses the candidate’s overall motivation towards the role as pilot and the airline specifically, as well as basic aviation technical knowledge.

How We Can Help

International airline Captain Darren McPherson will teach you how to best present yourself and your documents, based on 30 years of industry experience.
During the program he will thoroughly review your CV, as well as enhance your HR skills and technical knowledge specifically based on what airlines are looking for.

Groups Skills & Exercises

These timed exercises place candidates in a range of situations to identify skills such as communication, leadership, mathematical problem solving and threat management.

How We Can Help

Group skills have become a significant factor in the airline pilot recruitment phase.
We will review the effects of different personality types and examine leadership qualities as well as effective problem solving techniques within a group, through airline-based scenarios.

Extended HR and Technical Interview

These interviews may be conducted by personnel from both the HR and Flight Operations department, and delve deeper into the candidate’s attitudes towards work, studies, life experiences, preparation and aviation knowledge.

How We Can Help

In a simulated mock interview environment, we will work through advanced airline-specific HR questions and response methods, and perfect interview presentation techniques.
In a simulated mock interview environment, we will work through advanced airline-specific HR questions and response methods, and perfect interview presentation techniques.The technical session will outline effective levels required for the various airline entry points. This will help identify your current level of knowledge, and any areas that you should upskill prior to interview.

Remote Psychometric Testing

This testing is conducted externally, prior to an invitation for further assessment. The psychometric test covers general personality, intelligence, numerical reasoning and eye hand coordination.

How We Can Help

Our airline interview preparation courses give you the opportunity to complete example psychometric tests similar to those used by the airlines.
We will then thoroughly analyse your results with you, based on what airlines are looking for.

Groups Skills & Exercises

These timed exercises place candidates in a range of dynamic scenarios to identify skills such as communication, leadership, mathematical problem solving and threat management.

How We Can Help

Group skills have become a significant factor in the airline pilot recruitment phase.
We will review the effects of different personality types and examine leadership qualities as well as effective problem solving techniques within a group, through airline-based scenarios.

HR Interview & Assessment

In this interview the candidate’s personal and career history are examined with particular emphasis on enthusiasm, and attitudes; whilst closely examining problem solving skills in theoretical yet dynamic situations.

How We Can Help

International airline Captain Darren McPherson will teach you how to best present yourself and your documents, based on 30 years of industry experience.
During the program he will thoroughly review your CV, as well as enhance your HR skills and technical knowledge specifically based on what airlines are looking for.

Simulator Exercise & Training Aptitude and Assessment

The simulator exercise will allow the candidate to demonstrate flying skills. A number of selected training events are presented to assess the candidate’s aptitude as to their rate of learning and ability to process new tasks in the aircraft and training environment.

How We Can Help

We offer this part of the program in partnership with Flight Experience Melbourne and their state-of-the-art Boeing approved B737-800 flight simulator.
Our highly qualified Flight Instructors will walk you through airline-specific simulator assessment profiles and assist with the techniques necessary to prepare you for this component of the interview process.

Psychological Assessment

This assessment is to correlate the written testing and interview assessments with that of a professional assessor in order to both validate the candidate and the process of one’s true character as opposed to an artificial or pre-rehearsed interview candidate.

How We Can Help

Different airlines look for different personality aspects that align with their core values.
Through detailed discussion, we can help you to understand the specific personality traits that your target airline(s) look for, and how to emphasise these qualities and a genuine way during your interview.

Detailed Reference Check

The final step of the process is to conduct detailed reference checks with nominated referees to further validate an applicant’s performance and responses to previous interview components.

How We Can Help

We can work with you to determine which of your referees are likely to be the most appropriate to provide to the airlines, as well as provide you with guidance on what will most likely be covered, so that you can discuss this with your referees prior to them being contacted.

Computer Psychometric Testing

How We Can Help

Our airline interview preparation courses give you the opportunity to complete example psychometric tests similar to those used by the airlines.
We will then thoroughly analyse your results with you, based on what airlines are looking for.

General HR Interview

This closely assesses the candidate’s overall motivation towards the role and to the airline, as well as some technical knowledge. In particular, enthusiasm and general attitude are assessed through detailed and focused questions about their dedication to becoming a pilot.

How We Can Help

International airline Captain Darren McPherson will teach you how to best present yourself and your documents, based on 30 years of industry experience.
During the program he will thoroughly review your CV, as well as enhance your HR skills and technical knowledge specifically based on what airlines are looking for.

Prepared Written Essay

A number of word-limited and topic-based questions are prepared by the candidate prior to the next stage of the interview process, documenting their motivation towards becoming a pilot and furthermore working for the airline specifically.

How We Can Help

As part of our programs, we work through example questions with you and assist you in constructing your responses.
From extensive experience, we are able to guide you on the type of content and response structure that the airline is looking for.

Detailed HR & Technical Interview

How We Can Help

In a simulated mock interview environment, we will work through advanced airline-specific HR questions and response methods, and perfect interview presentation techniques.In a simulated mock interview environment, we will work through advanced airline-specific HR questions and response methods, and perfect interview presentation techniques.
The technical session will outline effective levels required for the various airline entry points. This will help identify your current level of knowledge, and any areas that you should upskill prior to interview.

Groups Skills & Exercises

These timed exercises place candidates in a range of dynamic scenarios to identify skills such as communication, leadership, mathematical problem solving and threat management.

How We Can Help

Group skills have become a significant factor in the airline pilot recruitment phase.
We will review the effects of different personality types and examine leadership qualities as well as effective problem solving techniques within a group, through airline-based scenarios.

Technical Knowledge Quiz

Candidates are required to sit a multichoice exam covering a range areas appropriate to the position including Air Law, instrument procedures, aerodynamics, systems, plus a range of CPL theory topics

How We Can Help

Our theory sessions go beyond basic aeronautical knowledge and cover all areas that the airline quiz may cover.
We will go discuss aerodynamics, meteorology, VFR and basic IFR operations, aerodromes, radio procedures and much more.

Initial Interview Screening (HR Based)

In this HR-based interview the candidate’s personal and career history are examined with particular emphasis on enthusiasm, attitude, and alignment with the airline’s core values.

How We Can Help

International airline Captain Darren McPherson will teach you how to best present yourself and your documents, based on 30 years of industry experience.
During the program he will thoroughly review your CV, as well as enhance your HR skills and technical knowledge specifically based on what airlines are looking for.

Simulator Assessment Exercise

The simulator exercise will allow the candidate to demonstrate flying skills in a simulated large jet transport aircraft. A number of selected training events are presented to assess aptitude, knowledge of flight practises, and ability to process new tasks in the aircraft and training environment.

How We Can Help

We offer this part of the program in partnership with Flight Experience Melbourne and their state-of-the-art Boeing approved B737-800 flight simulator.
Our highly qualified Flight Instructors will walk you through airline-specific simulator assessment profiles and assist with the techniques necessary to prepare you for this component of the interview process.

Extended HR Interview

Throughout this extended HR interview, a candidate’s personal and career history is further examined. This is to assess the individual’s qualities, attitudes and enthusiasm towards not just the airline, but New Zealand as a whole.

How We Can Help

In a simulated mock interview environment, we will work through advanced airline-specific HR questions and response methods, and perfect interview presentation techniques.
We discuss in-depth information relating to the airline itself, and their core values.

Compare Training Program Options

Future Cadet Pilot Program Options	LITE	FIRST SOLO	RPL	Airline Interview Coaching Session
Dual Flight Training Hours	5 Hours	15 Hours	25 Hours	–
VR Simulation Training Hours	2 Hours	3 Hours	5 Hours	–
*Airline Ops Induction (B737-800 Sim Training Hours) \| Provided by Flight Experience Melbourne**	1	1	2	–
RPL Theory Book				–
Ground Theory Course	Bak + Radio + Pre-Solo	Bak + Radio + Pre-Solo	Complete RPL Theory Course	–
Pre-Solo Assignment & Pre-Solo Exam	–			–
RPL Theory Exam & RPL Flight Test	–	–		–
Advanced Theory Sessions – Pilot Interview				–
*Airline Interview Coaching Sessions \| Provided by Darren McPherson from ACS**
ICAO English Online Course & AELP Exam				–
Logbook				–
Pricing	–	–	–	$880
Sling LSA	$5,350	$8,275	$13,500	–
Cessna 172	$5,500	$8,495	$14,250	–
Diamond DA40	$5,995	$9,995	$16,750	–

*Ancillary costs may include Aviation Medical Check, additional competency hours (if required) and flight test flying hours. Prices are subject to change and will be charged based on the current pricing schedule at the time of booking. Current as at February 2019.

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DIFFERENT AIRLINES

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Airline Pilot Interview Process

Initial Psychometric Testing

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Remote Psychometric Testing

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Computer Psychometric Testing

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