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James,
I would suggest if that is the case then they are probably running different dates for different schools and will only be showing you available dates for whichever 'batch' you applied through. Given Dave and Hamsterminator both appear to be CTC they have been offered the 11-15 Mar so I would guess this is the CTC window for applicants to go to Waterside?
Of course it may be too early to predict this trend
SJ
I would suggest if that is the case then they are probably running different dates for different schools and will only be showing you available dates for whichever 'batch' you applied through. Given Dave and Hamsterminator both appear to be CTC they have been offered the 11-15 Mar so I would guess this is the CTC window for applicants to go to Waterside?
Of course it may be too early to predict this trend
SJ
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Just to clarify on what a rude chap wrongly said earlier in the thread. Any UK A level equivalents are completely fine. I am currently through to the last stage with a BTEC National Diploma. I do also have an A level Mathematics. However, on the invite to the BA assessment they ask for proof of A levels including NAIRC OR, UCAS equivalency. So future applicants, if you have a BTEC National diploma which is the equivalent to BBC then don't hesitate to apply.
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
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Has anybody else received a reply from OAA? Hopefully not all the acceptances have been issued at once, as I'm still waiting for a response. This will be a long weekend! 
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Quick question.
Is there anyone here who has applied for the 2011/2012 FPP, didn't make it after one of the assessment days and has been successful through the initial screening stage of the 2012/2013 FPP intake?
I know they state that they welcome unsuccessful applicants from the previous year to apply again but I am just curious if anyone has actually been accepted a second time round? I know someone who never got a reply from the initial screening stage this year and yet made it to the assessment day last year.
P.S. I didn't make the cut but I wish all those that have (and will) best of luck in the final stage. I hope I can give this another try next time if it opens up. Hence my question above.
Regards
Is there anyone here who has applied for the 2011/2012 FPP, didn't make it after one of the assessment days and has been successful through the initial screening stage of the 2012/2013 FPP intake?
I know they state that they welcome unsuccessful applicants from the previous year to apply again but I am just curious if anyone has actually been accepted a second time round? I know someone who never got a reply from the initial screening stage this year and yet made it to the assessment day last year.
P.S. I didn't make the cut but I wish all those that have (and will) best of luck in the final stage. I hope I can give this another try next time if it opens up. Hence my question above.
Regards
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OAA Dates
Oxford interview dates are from the 18th to the 22nd March. So from the above posts that means the three schools are getting a week each at Waterside. 11-15th for CTC, 18th to 22nd for OAA and then 25th to 29th for FTE.
I'm not sure how quickly I got to the booking page (about 1.67 heartbeats after getting the email) but I only counted 18 slots on the day. If that's the case then that would indicate OAA put 90 people forward for interview at Waterside. Did anybody else notice before they booked? Can't go back and check now I have booked. I was told by the school to expect in the region of about 100 nominations from each flight school for the next phase.
I'm not sure how quickly I got to the booking page (about 1.67 heartbeats after getting the email) but I only counted 18 slots on the day. If that's the case then that would indicate OAA put 90 people forward for interview at Waterside. Did anybody else notice before they booked? Can't go back and check now I have booked. I was told by the school to expect in the region of about 100 nominations from each flight school for the next phase.
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Wasn't so fortunate this time either - received my rejection letter from OAA today also. Now to continue on Plan B - and still work towards my licence and an eventual job...long road ahead!
Very best wishes to all those still in the game - good luck. To those no longer in the game, good luck too, keep at it!
Very best wishes to all those still in the game - good luck. To those no longer in the game, good luck too, keep at it!
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@stocious
You don't half talk out of your backside.
All FPP cadets on last years intake had to do a BA Cadet Medical at Waterside and I'd be surprised if they didn't do it again. This was in addition to the standard Class 1 and was the last hurdle effectively to getting the final nod.
That said, if you can place one foot in front of the other, pee in a cup, pass a standard eyesight check and have a chat with a doctor about your general health then you should be able to pass it without any difficulty whatsoever.
That said, if you can place one foot in front of the other, pee in a cup, pass a standard eyesight check and have a chat with a doctor about your general health then you should be able to pass it without any difficulty whatsoever.
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Time to think about those questions relating to deling with bad news. Stay positive, make a list of the things you felt went well, and those that did not go so well. Go deep and meaningful in your own personal review.
Wasn't so fortunate this time either - received my rejection letter from OAA today also. Now to continue on Plan B - and still work towards my licence and an eventual job...long road ahead!
Very best wishes to all those still in the game - good luck. To those no longer in the game, good luck too, keep at it!
Very best wishes to all those still in the game - good luck. To those no longer in the game, good luck too, keep at it!
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I too found out today that I was leaving the process.
Don't be disheartened guys - this was the second year I applied and I believe there will be at least one more year they run this.
They've run similar schemes in the past so if you're in your early 20's or less then no doubt another scheme will come around.
I've spoken to current BA pilots who got through on their FOURTH attempt in previous schemes.
Congratulations and good luck to all who will be heading to waterside in March, and to the rest of us, chins up
Don't be disheartened guys - this was the second year I applied and I believe there will be at least one more year they run this.
They've run similar schemes in the past so if you're in your early 20's or less then no doubt another scheme will come around.
I've spoken to current BA pilots who got through on their FOURTH attempt in previous schemes.
Congratulations and good luck to all who will be heading to waterside in March, and to the rest of us, chins up
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Final Interview
Hi All, I have been invited to the final interview towards the end of March and I was wondering what computer aptitude tests they were going to test us on; does anyone know if it will be the same as the previous round or if it will be something else? Thanks
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Personally, I thought it was about being the best person for the job. What does it matter if we all know what tests will be coming up? The cream rises and all that... I just want to be prepared.
Also, I wasn't specifically asking the people who are up for selection currently; how would they know (unless they tried previously)? I have searched the net and found very little out there, so the only way to find out (I know) is to ask.
Also, my question wasn't directed at insolent people like yourself, it was directed to the people in the know eg. people that were successful last time; BA insiders; etc.
I know that if I pass, then I will happily help anyone with the initiative to ask.
Good luck (if you are applying).
Helpful...
Personally, I thought it was about being the best person for the job. What does it matter if we all know what tests will be coming up? The cream rises and all that... I just want to be prepared.
Also, I wasn't specifically asking the people who are up for selection currently; how would they know (unless they tried previously)? I have searched the net and found very little out there, so the only way to find out (I know) is to ask.
Also, my question wasn't directed at insolent people like yourself, it was directed to the people in the know eg. people that were successful last time; BA insiders; etc.
I know that if I pass, then I will happily help anyone with the initiative to ask.
Good luck (if you are applying).
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You don't half talk out of your backside.
In what way am I talking out of my rear? The fact that there is/was a cadet medical, or the fact that it was less strenuous and involved less questioning than giving blood?
I know last years FPP intake had to go to Waterside for a cadet medical prior to starting their course, because I wasted a day doing it! It was nothing that my own GP 150 miles away couldn't have done or signed off. The questionnaire that someone mentioned for DEP job offers was filled out whilst I sat in the waiting room at Waterside, and I was in and out again in about 15 minutes. If I recall correctly, the majority of the consultation with Dr MP revolved around him putting my height, weight, blood pressure and home postcode into a computer programme, and it revealing how likely I was to suffer from heart disease by a certain age!
I highly doubt they are doing one thing for DEP's and another for cadets.
So does that mean there is or is not a medical done at the selection day?
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