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Forum: ATC Issues
16th Apr 2010, 11:56
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Energyintake, The key is the Speed =...

Energyintake,

The key is the Speed = Distance/Time equation.

In this case it is slightly complicated because you need to be able to express 2 hours 36 minutes as a fraction in terms of hours...
Forum: ATC Issues
14th Apr 2010, 13:01
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Have you finished all your medicals yet? They...

Have you finished all your medicals yet? They contacted me with a course allocation within 24hrs of receipt of my medical certificate (which seems to be about the norm). I don't think they will...
Forum: ATC Issues
14th Apr 2010, 10:46
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Re: NATS HR

Scrotchidson:

I've not communicated with them in a while, but have found before that they rarely answer the phone (always goes to voicemail)... but they will usually get back to you within a day...
Forum: ATC Issues
13th Apr 2010, 13:55
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

15miles in 50minutes = 3miles in 10mins (divide...

15miles in 50minutes = 3miles in 10mins (divide by 5)
3miles in 10minutes = 18miles in 60mins (multiply by 6)

so 18mph

If you are struggling then practise these lots, you will have to do a...
Forum: ATC Issues
26th Mar 2010, 18:56
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Can't recall being asked about tattoos at any...

Can't recall being asked about tattoos at any point during selection. If its well hidden I can't see why it would be a problem.
Forum: ATC Issues
23rd Mar 2010, 17:03
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Congrats Lemony and Lowlevelowl :) ...

Congrats Lemony and Lowlevelowl :)


Baart, MATS part 1 is way way more than you need to delve into at any point during the selection process. At stage 1 you need to focus on the document they...
Forum: ATC Issues
22nd Mar 2010, 17:28
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Sorry Cottam, I think you missinterpret me. I'm...

Sorry Cottam, I think you missinterpret me. I'm simply pointing out that if a candidate wants to display themselves at their best then it will be in their interests to be thorough. I'm not judging...
Forum: ATC Issues
22nd Mar 2010, 15:41
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

I'm with T250. This isn't primary school, you are...

I'm with T250. This isn't primary school, you are applying for a job and you're potential employer has sent you a document (which really isn't that long and doesn't contain that much information) and...
Forum: ATC Issues
20th Mar 2010, 11:33
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Hi Tim, I've recently been allocated onto...

Hi Tim,

I've recently been allocated onto the August area course, but I think I might have been one of the last ones as I've also read posts here from people being allocated onto courses in...
Forum: ATC Issues
18th Mar 2010, 09:27
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

In terms of how well you have to perform to...

In terms of how well you have to perform to progress to stage 2 it doesn't really sound like these changes at stage 1 will make a significant difference. As a candidate the actual tests and level of...
Forum: ATC Issues
15th Mar 2010, 11:53
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Tesla40 RE: Personality Questionaire

Hi Tesla,

This has been discussed before, but to go over it briefly:

As NATS say, there are no specific right or wrong answers, you will not fail based upon how you answer any individual...
Forum: ATC Issues
10th Mar 2010, 09:47
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

SDM = Strip Display Management The test is...

SDM = Strip Display Management

The test is basically a simulation of a control environment where you have to conduct a number of tasks such as updating flight progress strips. It's all explained...
Forum: ATC Issues
2nd Mar 2010, 14:39
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Rolfeo: The stage 3 interview is a...

Rolfeo:

The stage 3 interview is a competency based (or structured) interview. I'd highly recommend doing some research into this type of interview and how it works (try googling it, or visiting...
Forum: ATC Issues
26th Feb 2010, 10:47
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Seromero, Stage 2 is a day of computer...

Seromero,

Stage 2 is a day of computer tests - basically lots of games which test a whole load of things like your reactions, multitasking, performance under pressure etc.

Stage 3 is the...
Forum: ATC Issues
23rd Feb 2010, 19:54
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Joey, Last time I was paying attention...

Joey,

Last time I was paying attention people were generally being put on the August course, though I think I did see a post from someone the other day who said they were on the October course,...
Forum: ATC Issues
21st Feb 2010, 01:19
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Those equations are all correct, if you are...

Those equations are all correct, if you are getting funny answers then it is due to some error in your working rather than the equations themselves. If you want to post (or PM) the examples you are...
Forum: ATC Issues
15th Feb 2010, 08:41
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Stage 2

There really isn't a lot of specific prep you can do for stage 2. The day is full of various different types of computer test, each one unique, and unless you have practiced the specific tests before...
Forum: ATC Issues
7th Feb 2010, 09:45
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Mikek16, I remember that bit of the...

Mikek16,

I remember that bit of the application confusing me a bit too, can't remember what I put in it (if anything) but I'd just leave it blank if nothing comes to mind. All you need in terms...
Forum: ATC Issues
7th Feb 2010, 09:37
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

I messaged the admins about putting together a...

I messaged the admins about putting together a NATS interview FAQs thread last week, but they haven't got back to me :(

I think it would be really useful for those starting out and would stop all...
Forum: ATC Issues
6th Feb 2010, 09:57
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Compass headings are pretty straight forward: If...

Compass headings are pretty straight forward: If you're following a certain heading, then turn left/right x degrees, whats your new heading?

It's just basic addition and subtraction. Just...
Forum: ATC Issues
4th Feb 2010, 14:18
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Perhaps not directly relevent to the tests, but...

Perhaps not directly relevent to the tests, but might be an interesting topic for conversation... I'm not sure that you would always want to aim for the nearest runway in this situation.

If an...
Forum: ATC Issues
4th Feb 2010, 07:28
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Keylock, Check out...

Keylock,

Check out www.speeddistancetime.info (http://www.speeddistancetime.info), they are practice examples for the RAF officer selection, but I found them quite helpful in preperation for NATS...
Forum: ATC Issues
3rd Feb 2010, 14:40
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Jking, RE: medicals, ATCO's now have to...

Jking, RE: medicals,

ATCO's now have to have the new European Class 3 medical. I believe its almost identical to the the the old class 1 and ATCOs who previous held a class 1 were able to switch...
Forum: ATC Issues
2nd Feb 2010, 13:56
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Hi Watching the Skies, Sounds like they...

Hi Watching the Skies,

Sounds like they must have very recently changed the structure of stage one, particularly this "aviation test", because that's the first I've heard about it on these...
Forum: ATC Issues
2nd Feb 2010, 12:02
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Well done mate, congrats :)

Well done mate, congrats :)
Forum: ATC Issues
1st Feb 2010, 14:16
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Re: Stage 3

There are no technical questions at stage 3 now. The interview is now just with HR and is a structured (competency based) interview. The questions will all be based around the competencies listed on...
Forum: ATC Issues
31st Jan 2010, 14:28
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

I'll have a word with the admins ;)

I'll have a word with the admins ;)
Forum: ATC Issues
31st Jan 2010, 12:30
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

I'm not sure I'd advise people to read the whole...

I'm not sure I'd advise people to read the whole thread... it's darn long and a lot of the older posts are now well out of date.

For guys like Dan who are keen I'd probably recommend reading the...
Forum: ATC Issues
30th Jan 2010, 14:44
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Hi Dan, Check out this post:...

Hi Dan,

Check out this post: http://www.pprune.org/atc-issues/265195-nats-interview-process-post5228059.html#post5228059

Should answer your questions :)


Dr. Pie,

I believe you have...
Forum: ATC Issues
29th Jan 2010, 18:03
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

I might be wrong, but I'm not sure that's quite...

I might be wrong, but I'm not sure that's quite right. The "garbling" issue isn't about the controller but the radar system. My understanding is that basically prior to mode S the transponders on all...
Forum: ATC Issues
29th Jan 2010, 17:30
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Actually I managed to finish this one back when I...

Actually I managed to finish this one back when I had my stage 1 in September. I didn't have time to check all my answers thoroughly (managed to check about half of them), so might have made a few...
Forum: ATC Issues
25th Jan 2010, 11:51
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

ATC assistants

Hi Loz,

Regarding your question about ATC assistants: I spoke to the assistants at Southampton about this when I was visiting their tower.

Basically there isn't an enourmous demand for this...
Forum: ATC Issues
23rd Jan 2010, 13:35
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Hi Tooomek, As Student88 says, as long as...

Hi Tooomek,

As Student88 says, as long as you have the right to live and work in the UK, and provided your English meets the required standards (which from your post It would appear that it...
Forum: ATC Issues
20th Jan 2010, 15:41
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

Kurosh, As Jonathan says, the best thing to...

Kurosh,

As Jonathan says, the best thing to do would be to contact NATS directly. You'll be able to find contact details on their website.

If you are already an experienced ATCO and they are...
Forum: ATC Issues
18th Jan 2010, 09:09
Replies: 11,746
Views: 3,741,584
Posted By Pat42

I think everyone finds the time limit on that one...

I think everyone finds the time limit on that one pretty tough. I wouldn't worry about too much if you didn't manage to finish it, as long as you worked reasonably accurately on the bits you did...
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