Jenny - I'm an exRAF pirate who spent a short time, on ground hold, involved in recruitment. 2 sections ; 1 for computer generated tests, medical & interview ; 2 for leadership tests, verbal & written reasoning. Maths-use O level revision books. Aptitude tests-sorry but you either have it or you haven't (you'll know soon enough). They'll be interested in your depth of life) have you an interest in current affairs, do you have any sporting prowess, are you mature, can you be trained? In the short period that I was involved I was surprised by the total lack of preparation and relative immaturity of most candidates-you are trying to persuade an organization to spend nigh on £4 Million on your training.
This is not a £60,000 BA deal although the selection process is much the same the RAF want fast jet pirates willing to face a completly different task to that of an airline pilot ( I know 'cos I now fly big 'uns ). Take it seriously-it's alot of fun flying when you're in - definately the best sort of flying out there ( pays crap though! ). Good luck !
[This message has been edited by Big.Bird (edited 19 September 1999).]