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Old 14th Dec 2010, 10:59
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Great news!
I'm so happy right now, I was afraid yesterday that you wouldn't get your results until next year, but it seems you've now got an erly christmas present, good job!
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Old 14th Dec 2010, 12:33
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November 14th Stage 1 Result!

Hey everyone!

The Results for the Bournemouth November 14th set of Stage 1 tests are due out tomorrow by my reckoning of 15 working days!

This is an exciting but also a bone shatteringly nervous moment for me! *fingers crossed for getting onto stage 2*

I'll let you all know as soon as I know either way, and hopefully you guys will all do the same!

Phil
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Old 14th Dec 2010, 19:38
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Just completed the epic 5 hour drive home from Fareham. Stage 2 went alright, but I have a strong feeling that I failed the first section.

Let's just hope that I get through, and never have to do mental arithmetic whilst avoiding mid-air collisions...

Also... if any of the guys (or girl) are on PPRuNe who did the Stage 2 today... HELLO Send me a PM and let me know how you got on.

PS: I was the super tall one ;D
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Old 15th Dec 2010, 14:25
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Just had a congratulatory email from NATS to invite me to Stage Three!

Super excited now

When I went to schedule the interview, there was only a single slot, and that was for 16th Feb in Prestwick. I don't really want to go all the way to Glasgow for my interview, will more dates become available, or do I have to choose this option?!
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Old 15th Dec 2010, 15:12
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aww the stage 2 dates on the 26, 27 an 28 Jan booked up SUPER fast lol gota wait till 16th Feb now
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Old 15th Dec 2010, 15:37
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KirtjE, congrats on making it through!

I belive the mail NATS sent regarding the test dates next year said that there will be at least one stage 3 each month and that they are usually held at the CTC. I'm not 100% certain but I belive it said something along those lines.

Once again congrats! I'm really looking forward to my stage 2 on the 26th!
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Old 15th Dec 2010, 18:10
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Woohoo. I'll keep my eye out for March/April then.

Is there an expiration date on the tests? ie, do I have to do Stage 3 within X days of passing Stage 2?
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Old 15th Dec 2010, 19:46
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None that I know of but if you want to be sure, send HR a mail and ask
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Old 16th Dec 2010, 12:06
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Hi hatemyjob
I was at Stage 2 on the 13th as well at CTC.
I got through as well.

Got to wait until Feb for Stage 3 though now at Prestwick.

How bout you?

Who were you as well (should prob remember but meet so many people) - I was the guy who left first...
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Old 16th Dec 2010, 12:45
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I'm very happy to let everyone know that I've passed my Stage 1! (YAY!)

Looking forwards to getting on with the rest of the application!

Phil
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Old 16th Dec 2010, 17:41
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Congrats matey. Stage 2 is a real bitch... :P
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Old 16th Dec 2010, 23:36
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Ad5, I was the guy who kept going for a fag.

Congrats
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Old 16th Dec 2010, 23:48
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Yeah so I've heard! I'm already practising my arithmetic to help with that landing and arithmetic test!

Also, can I just have a steer on something: I've heard rumours that I should try to arrange a tower visit before stage 2. Is that true?

Cheers,
Phil
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Old 17th Dec 2010, 12:46
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Phil: There is no need to visit a tower or anything before Stage 2.

But, if you are successful, I'd recommend visiting Swanwick or a tower before Stage 3
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Old 17th Dec 2010, 22:28
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Hi,
I did Stage 1 a week ago and today i got and email from HR inviting me to do the personality test although they have not mention if i have pass or fail stage 1. Shall I assume I am through Stage 2?

Anyone else in the same situation?

Thanks
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Old 17th Dec 2010, 23:36
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Thanks for the info on making a visit.

Also, let me be the first to congratulate you on passing stage 1 Sofia, that's a heck of a fast reply!

Basically, you have passed Stage 1 (as far as I understand the system) but you need to pass the Personality Test to progress to stage 2.

Phil
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Old 18th Dec 2010, 23:44
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Phil: I don't believe there is a pass or fail element to the personality test between Stages 1 and 2, nor is there a pass or fail element to the career test between Stages 2 and 3. However, I would assume the interviewers at Stage 3 would have copies to discuss with you, just be honest, else you'll get caught out.
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Ohh.. interesting on 2 counts!

1. I have heard that some people do not progress past the Personality test? But hopefully it isn't pass/fail as that'd put be closer than I think to success!

2. I didn't realise there was a career test between 2 and 3, I presume this is where they decide if you would be Area or Aerodrome?

Cheers,
Phil
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Old 21st Dec 2010, 11:03
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I've had my email this morning inviting me to the stage 2! (YAY)

However, the link shows no dates (OH NO!)

But I have emailed to ask the proper course of action. Just wondering if anyone else is suffering the same problem. It could be weather related I suppose? I.E. they don't know when to schedule it, and are waiting for the weather to subside?

Cheers all as always!

Phil
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Old 28th Dec 2010, 21:46
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12 months on

Hi Im back for round 2 with the nats selection process.

Ive applied again but re-thinking on dates i may be a couple of weeks early will this matter ? and if so will they let me know im too early or just not get back to me ?

Thanks
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