NDW
AST was introduce for WSOp because far too many people, although educationally qualified, were getting to OASC despite not having a cat in hells chance of being suitable. It's easier to weed these out at the AFCO before they get to OASC.
Interestingly, we are about to start a trial where potential officers sit AST, which they must pass before being put forward for OASC.
Last edited by OneFifty; 6th Dec 2010 at 10:34.