I am another so called "near miss" candidate, who also has come unstuck at the Technical stage of the process. I have been told that it was due to "unsatisfactory preparation", which I think was down to my poor Aircraft recognition skills on the day, although I could say where each plane would be likely to fly to, how high and at what speed etc. - had the usual 747 to NY question.
Apart from this, I thought I was decisive, quick thinking, flexible enough to change my mind and thus make the correct decision, whilst not being co-erced into making that choice.
I have been advised to "re-read the information pack" (no aircraft recognition in there) for my 2nd chance in 3 months time.
Now I'm not entirely sure, as when I called HR the person I spoke to didn't give a lot away, but somehow being called back for a 2nd Technical Interview seems a little fishy to me - HR reportedly moving to Southampton, and the July 03 course being cancelled (moving all the other courses "up one"). It seems like NATS is keeping us on the backburner for when spaces become available once more...........
Is it usual to apply one year, have an interview the next and then actually start training the following year again - a 3 year process? Can't say I am very impressed, and have been unable to get any answers beyond "rumours" from face to face discussions during the 2nd interviews or on the phone to HR.
Can anyone clarify what's actually going on with the courses?
If we are selected in the Summer (May/June/July/August??), when can we start to think about starting at the College? Some of applicants do have lives outside of the process, and all the strains that come from current jobs, mortgages/rent, relationships etc.
Still, another chance no matter what the reason - will make sure that there is no reason for HR not to allocate me a place on the next available Bournemouth Course, unless I decide to apply to Eurocontrol instead....