What to study for aviation culture exam
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What to study for aviation culture exam
Hi everyone,
I’m planning to take exams to get into an aviation school, and part of the requirements is to have some aviation culture. They told me they would ask questions about it, but honestly, I have no idea what I should focus on. I already have a decent general knowledge, but of course, I want to prepare properly.
I was wondering if anyone here has been in the same situation. What would you recommend I study? Which topics or types of questions should I focus on, especially since this school isn’t linked to any specific airline, so it’s not just about one company. Any advice would be really appreciated!
Thanks a lot.
I’m planning to take exams to get into an aviation school, and part of the requirements is to have some aviation culture. They told me they would ask questions about it, but honestly, I have no idea what I should focus on. I already have a decent general knowledge, but of course, I want to prepare properly.
I was wondering if anyone here has been in the same situation. What would you recommend I study? Which topics or types of questions should I focus on, especially since this school isn’t linked to any specific airline, so it’s not just about one company. Any advice would be really appreciated!
Thanks a lot.
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It's an unusual question and it could be lost in translation.
My interpretation of the question is what attributes do you feel contribute to a being a successful pilot.
Self awareness - ability to see one's own failings and to proactively find solutions.
Inquisitiveness - a desire to learn more than just the bare minimum.
Being social - not necessarily a party animal but someone who can be pleasant to work with.
Self disciplined - ability to say no to that alcoholic drink or drug. Be able to prioritise study when the weather is nice/parties/beach beckons.
Being able to focus on what's right, rather than who's right (key CRM point)
Being self assertive - strength of character to speak up when you have to. Also, to phrase questions that don't undermine your colleague. It seems contradictory. Speaking up when your colleague is about to do something illegal (descend below minima when not visual etc) versus asking a question because you haven't seen that technique or method before.
Safety. Enough said.
I could be completely wrong about the question so please take my answer as advice/interpretation rather than a definitive answer.
My interpretation of the question is what attributes do you feel contribute to a being a successful pilot.
Self awareness - ability to see one's own failings and to proactively find solutions.
Inquisitiveness - a desire to learn more than just the bare minimum.
Being social - not necessarily a party animal but someone who can be pleasant to work with.
Self disciplined - ability to say no to that alcoholic drink or drug. Be able to prioritise study when the weather is nice/parties/beach beckons.
Being able to focus on what's right, rather than who's right (key CRM point)
Being self assertive - strength of character to speak up when you have to. Also, to phrase questions that don't undermine your colleague. It seems contradictory. Speaking up when your colleague is about to do something illegal (descend below minima when not visual etc) versus asking a question because you haven't seen that technique or method before.
Safety. Enough said.
I could be completely wrong about the question so please take my answer as advice/interpretation rather than a definitive answer.
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I agree that this might be a translation issue. Two alternative thoughts:
Bon chance!
- Do you have 100LL running through your veins? Do you love the sound of the Merlin engine or the 'parfum' of Jet A1, or miss the roar of Concorde? In short, what is your aviation heritage? or
- What is your aviation philosophy? Safety centric? Follow procedures and checklists, maintain a safety margin, or fly by the seat of one's pants...
Bon chance!
