RAAF Flight Screening Programme
Joined: Aug 2014
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From: NSW
The enlistment coordinator who rang me said they were finalising all the ADFA offers first as the ADFA guys needed to start in Jan. Once they'd finished them they would send out the full offers to the DEO guys
Joined: Dec 2016
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From: Wollongong
FSP
Hey guys,
Long time reader and first time poster, but super excited to have found out that I'm officially heading off for Flight Screening on the 4th of Feb!
Was just wondering if anyone else was heading up then and would like to share some tips/advice or just get together before heading off (:
I would also be super keen to hear from anyone who has been up there recently and can give me some helpful tips!
(:
Thanks
Long time reader and first time poster, but super excited to have found out that I'm officially heading off for Flight Screening on the 4th of Feb!
Was just wondering if anyone else was heading up then and would like to share some tips/advice or just get together before heading off (:
I would also be super keen to hear from anyone who has been up there recently and can give me some helpful tips!
(:
Thanks
Joined: Jul 2016
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From: Brisbane
Hey Casej44,
I went in August last year and the tips throughout this thread continue to apply.
There isn't anything specifically I can recommend for FSP except maybe getting in the air for a few hours prior to heading down, even if you're not the one in control (maybe especially if you're not). I had mild air sickness at the start but I knew it was probably coming so I was ready and knew my symptoms haha.
Also chair flying, as ridiculous as it may look, was immensely helpful.
Fly safe and merry Christmas!
I went in August last year and the tips throughout this thread continue to apply.
There isn't anything specifically I can recommend for FSP except maybe getting in the air for a few hours prior to heading down, even if you're not the one in control (maybe especially if you're not). I had mild air sickness at the start but I knew it was probably coming so I was ready and knew my symptoms haha.
Also chair flying, as ridiculous as it may look, was immensely helpful.
Fly safe and merry Christmas!
Joined: Sep 2016
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From: Australia
G'day everyone,
Can anyone recommend any Mathematics bridging courses in N.S.W (or nearby) that are DFR approved? Meet all requirements except for the Maths education requirement (Didn't do 2 Unit back when I was at school, only general...) and just wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction as I am overseas for the time being and can't discuss with DFR for now, but looking to get back to Aus and complete a bridging course so I can begin my application.
Had a look through this forum but the few suggestions were quite uncertain with regards to whether the ADF would accept any course, or only particular courses that they deemed as suitable.
Cheers.
Can anyone recommend any Mathematics bridging courses in N.S.W (or nearby) that are DFR approved? Meet all requirements except for the Maths education requirement (Didn't do 2 Unit back when I was at school, only general...) and just wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction as I am overseas for the time being and can't discuss with DFR for now, but looking to get back to Aus and complete a bridging course so I can begin my application.
Had a look through this forum but the few suggestions were quite uncertain with regards to whether the ADF would accept any course, or only particular courses that they deemed as suitable.
Cheers.
Joined: Sep 2015
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From: Brisbane
Hi Pillymonkey,
As far as I know, if a bridging course is good enough for you to get into uni it's good enough for dfr. I did a full adult tertiary prep course at TAFE a couple years back to get into uni and dfr were happy with that. Have a look around for some courses and give dfr a call to see if it would be acceptable. It just has to be Maths B equivalent (I'm from qld, I believe its called something else in nsw). Hope this helps
As far as I know, if a bridging course is good enough for you to get into uni it's good enough for dfr. I did a full adult tertiary prep course at TAFE a couple years back to get into uni and dfr were happy with that. Have a look around for some courses and give dfr a call to see if it would be acceptable. It just has to be Maths B equivalent (I'm from qld, I believe its called something else in nsw). Hope this helps
Joined: Nov 2016
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From: Sydney
Hey Pillymonkey,
I did a course called Aeronautical Mathematics which was run by Dr Steve Holding. He's an awesome bloke and knows his stuff. It got me the tick in the box that I needed as I was in the exact same boat as you. It's run at the University of Queensland a few times a year and its a 4 week 9-5 live in course. You can do it by correspondence but its not recommended. Give it a look.
AT
I did a course called Aeronautical Mathematics which was run by Dr Steve Holding. He's an awesome bloke and knows his stuff. It got me the tick in the box that I needed as I was in the exact same boat as you. It's run at the University of Queensland a few times a year and its a 4 week 9-5 live in course. You can do it by correspondence but its not recommended. Give it a look.
AT
Joined: Mar 2016
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From: Perth, WA
Hi Pillymonkey,
I definitely second what ARJM mentioned, if you are considering undertaking any study always get it confirmed first with DFR. I have heard of applicants completing extra study only to find out that it was not accepted for Pilot entry.
All the best of luck with your application. Also congratulations to ARJM on receiving an offer for PSF in Feb, I hope you can find someone to make contact with prior to attending.
I definitely second what ARJM mentioned, if you are considering undertaking any study always get it confirmed first with DFR. I have heard of applicants completing extra study only to find out that it was not accepted for Pilot entry.
All the best of luck with your application. Also congratulations to ARJM on receiving an offer for PSF in Feb, I hope you can find someone to make contact with prior to attending.
Joined: Oct 2010
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From: Great Southern Land
G'day everyone,
Can anyone recommend any Mathematics bridging courses in N.S.W (or nearby) that are DFR approved? Meet all requirements except for the Maths education requirement (Didn't do 2 Unit back when I was at school, only general...) and just wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction as I am overseas for the time being and can't discuss with DFR for now, but looking to get back to Aus and complete a bridging course so I can begin my application.
Had a look through this forum but the few suggestions were quite uncertain with regards to whether the ADF would accept any course, or only particular courses that they deemed as suitable.
Cheers.
Can anyone recommend any Mathematics bridging courses in N.S.W (or nearby) that are DFR approved? Meet all requirements except for the Maths education requirement (Didn't do 2 Unit back when I was at school, only general...) and just wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction as I am overseas for the time being and can't discuss with DFR for now, but looking to get back to Aus and complete a bridging course so I can begin my application.
Had a look through this forum but the few suggestions were quite uncertain with regards to whether the ADF would accept any course, or only particular courses that they deemed as suitable.
Cheers.
I went through the process with dfr over 3 yrs ago and did a bridging course with murdoch university in WA online via open universities;
http://handbook.murdoch.edu.au/units/details?unit=MAS182
At the end of the day somebody at dfr just needs to be satisfied that the course you completed meets a standard equivalent to the school mathematics requirements and then can sign off on that.
It was a bit of a pain doing these bridging courses just to get in but once you get through it will make you work harder knowing how much effort you have put in to get there!
Good luck
Joined: Sep 2016
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From: Australia
G'day again guys,
Cheers to all you blokes for pointing me in the right direction, already looking into the suggested courses now. Hopefully i'll be able to finish up my commitments overseas then return to Aus and begin the long process that is pilot selection
Thanks again guys.
Cheers to all you blokes for pointing me in the right direction, already looking into the suggested courses now. Hopefully i'll be able to finish up my commitments overseas then return to Aus and begin the long process that is pilot selection
Thanks again guys.
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 3
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From: Sydney
What to expect in the RAAF Pilot Additional Testing
Hi Everyone
I recently completed my YOU Session and I'm now moving on to the Pilot Additional Testing. I have been told it includes " A battery of tests involving speed and accuracy, spatial ability, and approximations and estimates." however I was hoping to get more information with specifics so i can prepare.
Can anyone provide me with some pointers, perhaps individuals with previous experience?
Thanks
I recently completed my YOU Session and I'm now moving on to the Pilot Additional Testing. I have been told it includes " A battery of tests involving speed and accuracy, spatial ability, and approximations and estimates." however I was hoping to get more information with specifics so i can prepare.
Can anyone provide me with some pointers, perhaps individuals with previous experience?
Thanks
Joined: Mar 2016
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From: Perth, WA
Hi everyone,
I just saw that the RAAF released the 2017 Flight Screening schedule on their website. If anyone is curious please see the link below:
Pilot Selection Flight - Royal Australian Air Force
Good luck!!
I just saw that the RAAF released the 2017 Flight Screening schedule on their website. If anyone is curious please see the link below:
Pilot Selection Flight - Royal Australian Air Force
Good luck!!
Joined: Apr 2010
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From: Melbourne
What's the latest FSP callout so far?
Also, is the file held at PSA for 12 months from when they receive it, or is it dated for 12 months since the Assessment Day regardless of when they receive it from DFR. Ex: Althoug my Assessment Day was done in late August, the file will probably be sent to PSA this week. Would this then mean 12 months from Jan 2017 to be considered for a FSP spot, or only upto August 2017 before the file being sent back to DFR.
Also, is the file held at PSA for 12 months from when they receive it, or is it dated for 12 months since the Assessment Day regardless of when they receive it from DFR. Ex: Althoug my Assessment Day was done in late August, the file will probably be sent to PSA this week. Would this then mean 12 months from Jan 2017 to be considered for a FSP spot, or only upto August 2017 before the file being sent back to DFR.
Joined: Jan 2015
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From: AUS
Anyone interested in joining the study group
This has been posted up before, and another member of this forum has formed a study group now sharing ideas and study material. Just a shout out for anyone else who is interested in joining for more details just shoot me an email.
Joined: Sep 2015
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From: Brisbane
Hey Markdo, what is your email address? Keen to get involved.
Joined: Jul 2016
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From: Sydney
So I keep getting an email saying I have been placed on an ASP for Air Combat officer and JBAC officer.
They asked last year in september, 2 weeks after medical clearance and now today I have received an email saying I have been placed on this OSB.
Has anybody else had any experience with such a selection process?
Importantly, should this be taken as a good or a bad sign?? It obviously means they think I am officer material but does it imply they do not think I am competitive enough to be a pilot.
I can't really think of any holes in my application except that I failed gauge reading but received a waiver because I have a PPL. I tick all the boxes; 2 degress, leadership experience, great references, awesome career currently and great motivation.
Any thoughts on this situation would be appreciated.
They asked last year in september, 2 weeks after medical clearance and now today I have received an email saying I have been placed on this OSB.
Has anybody else had any experience with such a selection process?
Importantly, should this be taken as a good or a bad sign?? It obviously means they think I am officer material but does it imply they do not think I am competitive enough to be a pilot.
I can't really think of any holes in my application except that I failed gauge reading but received a waiver because I have a PPL. I tick all the boxes; 2 degress, leadership experience, great references, awesome career currently and great motivation.
Any thoughts on this situation would be appreciated.