RAAF Flight Screening Programme
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thx for that info guys, i know it isn't every day that ADFA candidates get changed to DEO but plz understand I am just trying to tell my little story of my application process. I give myself no better or worse shot than anyone else who has applied for this year or any other.
I would still appreciate some info on this modified OTS and BFTS program if any of you guys on the inside could spare a moment of your time.
Cheers guys
I would still appreciate some info on this modified OTS and BFTS program if any of you guys on the inside could spare a moment of your time.
Cheers guys
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look guys i get the point, thx for the mockery and personal attacks. I don't want to be seen as a ******** because i'm really not, this whole thing has just swept me off my feet since getting back a few weeks ago.
Just want some info on the OTS
EDIT: Mudrat, just read your post on the previous page - can't believe i didn't see it before! Did you go through the modified course path?
Just want some info on the OTS
EDIT: Mudrat, just read your post on the previous page - can't believe i didn't see it before! Did you go through the modified course path?
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Hi guys,
In celebration I have had a few drinks so sorry in advance for any sloppy grammar or spelling!
Thanks for all the help on this forum! It has helped me a lot in getting through the application process for becoming a pilot in the ADF.
I applied for the pilot position again this year in March - 5 years after I last applied when I was in grade 12 (I got knocked back for low school marks and life experience). I went to flight screening around July this year and recieved a phone call 1 month ago from the ADF letting me know that my documents would be sent down to Canberra for the RAAF and that I would recieve a phone call soon. I finally recieved that call today with an offer for DE pilot for the RAAF for the middle of February
. Just thought I'd let you guys know for those of you waiting for the call.
Also FYI I went to flight screening with around 130 hrs of gliding and 30 hrs of powere flying. I highly recommend gliding for potential FS candidates and I believe that 5-15 hours of flying would be great a number to go to flight screening with, however that is my opinion.
If anyone else going in at the same time feel free to contact me!
Good luck to the rest of you going through this process.
Luke
In celebration I have had a few drinks so sorry in advance for any sloppy grammar or spelling!
Thanks for all the help on this forum! It has helped me a lot in getting through the application process for becoming a pilot in the ADF.
I applied for the pilot position again this year in March - 5 years after I last applied when I was in grade 12 (I got knocked back for low school marks and life experience). I went to flight screening around July this year and recieved a phone call 1 month ago from the ADF letting me know that my documents would be sent down to Canberra for the RAAF and that I would recieve a phone call soon. I finally recieved that call today with an offer for DE pilot for the RAAF for the middle of February
. Just thought I'd let you guys know for those of you waiting for the call.Also FYI I went to flight screening with around 130 hrs of gliding and 30 hrs of powere flying. I highly recommend gliding for potential FS candidates and I believe that 5-15 hours of flying would be great a number to go to flight screening with, however that is my opinion.
If anyone else going in at the same time feel free to contact me!
Good luck to the rest of you going through this process.
Luke
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yeah they gave me the DEO option so i've transferred to that pool now, I never had an offer from either entry avenue. But this might be BS like the "fast jet" thing too (hope not), but the board and admin guys said they wouldn't have given me the option if they didn't think I would get on course. Could just be more crap though, fingers crossed and i guess we'll see if a letter comes in the next few weeks or not!
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I've just recently applied for a position as a SSO Pilot for the Australian Army and studying up so I can make sure I score well on my aptitude test. So I've been reading on and on about people talking about some experience is better then none, but in my case - I've had alot of flight experience just never flown the planes myself.
In my family there is about 6 pilots (Pop, Aunty, Mum, Step Dad + 2 first Cousins) so I have been in the air for countless hours and know that flying is something I have always wanted to pursue. My question is, if I pass my aptitude test, should I still look at getting some hours up in a glider or other aircraft before the FSP?
In my family there is about 6 pilots (Pop, Aunty, Mum, Step Dad + 2 first Cousins) so I have been in the air for countless hours and know that flying is something I have always wanted to pursue. My question is, if I pass my aptitude test, should I still look at getting some hours up in a glider or other aircraft before the FSP?
Dru,
I would suggest that you should have some"flying expereince". Getting past the aptitude test is only the first step. You have to be selected to get a position on FSP.You are a 25 y.o with what appears to be no logged hours, with numerous relatives that are pilots. How do you think this looks for motivation? Getting hours after doing the RC stuff is like putting on a condom after the act.
I would suggest that you should have some"flying expereince". Getting past the aptitude test is only the first step. You have to be selected to get a position on FSP.You are a 25 y.o with what appears to be no logged hours, with numerous relatives that are pilots. How do you think this looks for motivation? Getting hours after doing the RC stuff is like putting on a condom after the act.
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Having a few hours under your belt before FSP means you can focus on the flying having gotten over the initial "wow" moments of your first few flights (in your own time) & get's you used to the sight & sounds plus hearing ATC comms in your headset. Gives you some confidence.
If funds & time allow, I'd recommend trying to get at least to your 1st solo.
If not, spend some of your prep time at least learning the phonetic alphabet.
Good luck.
If funds & time allow, I'd recommend trying to get at least to your 1st solo.
If not, spend some of your prep time at least learning the phonetic alphabet.
Good luck.
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Dru,
I went to flight screening about 5 months ago and my recommendation would be to do about 5-12 hours of flying with the majority of those hours being in a glider. I recommend that you start out gliding and then around 3-4 hours in an aerobatic plane.
Gliding helped me out ALOT at flight screening as you get a good feel for rudder and aileron co-ordination. Definately get some hands on flying under your belt before you go, however a few guys on my flight screening course had 0 hours and were recommended.
Hope that helps and good luck,
I went to flight screening about 5 months ago and my recommendation would be to do about 5-12 hours of flying with the majority of those hours being in a glider. I recommend that you start out gliding and then around 3-4 hours in an aerobatic plane.
Gliding helped me out ALOT at flight screening as you get a good feel for rudder and aileron co-ordination. Definately get some hands on flying under your belt before you go, however a few guys on my flight screening course had 0 hours and were recommended.
Hope that helps and good luck,
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unfortunately due to personal reason i was unable to afford flights over the last few years. I'm hoping that the knowledge i will show them will be a sign of motivation. If i can, i'll even try and fit in a logged hour between now and the aptitude test.
I will take the time to learn the phonetic alphabet. Thanks.
I will take the time to learn the phonetic alphabet. Thanks.
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BFTS Documentary
Guys, a few years ago I saw a documentary of BFTS at Tamworth. It followed a group of prospective candidates as they went through the flying and officer board. I am pretty sure it was on the ABC. Does anyone remember this and perhaps point me to where I can watch it again? Cheers
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Hi all,
Well great news. My husband applied over a year ago and medically was rejected (after being recommended for flight screening). We appealed - he went back and had to re-do physc as it only lasts a year and then was classified as 3R as he had to submit medical reports. This included blood tests, blood pressure readings and a few other little things.
We sent everything off on Monday (21/12) and they rang on Wednesday to confirm everything has been received and they are preparing the file to be sent to PSA.
Whilst army was first preference he is 1cm to tall so will go Navy and/or Airforce. Being a pilot is his preference.
We are really excited and hope to hear from PSA soon.
Lesnack - just wanted to say thanks - your posts proved invaluable. Congrats on your appointment - brilliant news!
Cheers
Liz
Well great news. My husband applied over a year ago and medically was rejected (after being recommended for flight screening). We appealed - he went back and had to re-do physc as it only lasts a year and then was classified as 3R as he had to submit medical reports. This included blood tests, blood pressure readings and a few other little things.
We sent everything off on Monday (21/12) and they rang on Wednesday to confirm everything has been received and they are preparing the file to be sent to PSA.
Whilst army was first preference he is 1cm to tall so will go Navy and/or Airforce. Being a pilot is his preference.
We are really excited and hope to hear from PSA soon.
Lesnack - just wanted to say thanks - your posts proved invaluable. Congrats on your appointment - brilliant news!
Cheers
Liz
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hey all,
So I'm seriously looking into applying as a pilot through ADFA.
I'm 17, and in year 12. Currently completing Mathematics (2u), English Adv, Physics, Bio and Business Studies. Additionally, I've actually completed the entire Mathematics (2u) course as I took part in an accelerated program, however fell 3 marks short of being able to sit the HSC.
One of my concerns was that if i was to apply now, will there be enough time for the entire selection process (assuming I pass each stage) to begin ADFA in 2013? I've yet to book my YOU session and was hoping to get some tips from anyone on here, a basic run down. Basically, what will happen, what i should study on..etc.
Furthermore, I have read that there are a number of different tests involved during the specialist stage, gauge, instrument, distance time questions...etc. I was hoping if someone could point me in the direction of some resources to familiarise myself?
thanks
So I'm seriously looking into applying as a pilot through ADFA.
I'm 17, and in year 12. Currently completing Mathematics (2u), English Adv, Physics, Bio and Business Studies. Additionally, I've actually completed the entire Mathematics (2u) course as I took part in an accelerated program, however fell 3 marks short of being able to sit the HSC.
One of my concerns was that if i was to apply now, will there be enough time for the entire selection process (assuming I pass each stage) to begin ADFA in 2013? I've yet to book my YOU session and was hoping to get some tips from anyone on here, a basic run down. Basically, what will happen, what i should study on..etc.
Furthermore, I have read that there are a number of different tests involved during the specialist stage, gauge, instrument, distance time questions...etc. I was hoping if someone could point me in the direction of some resources to familiarise myself?
thanks
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Pacificjet,
12 months should be plenty of time. I applied in February a couple of years ago, had the YOU session in March, spec. testing April, assessment day in late May, file got to PSA mid-July, position on next available course (25 Sep - 09 Oct from memory), was told of an offer from a certain FLTLT at PSA in late October and officially received the offer in November.
Of course if your friendly DFR is not on top of their game, you'll have to poke and prod them to get the ball rolling and get yourself in for your various tests and interviews in a timely manner.
Check out google for free online IQ tests for basic stuff that you'll find in the YOU session and the RNZAF website for the more aircraft specific stuff in the spec. testing.
Enormous amount of advice on the whole process in this thread. Have a read!
12 months should be plenty of time. I applied in February a couple of years ago, had the YOU session in March, spec. testing April, assessment day in late May, file got to PSA mid-July, position on next available course (25 Sep - 09 Oct from memory), was told of an offer from a certain FLTLT at PSA in late October and officially received the offer in November.
Of course if your friendly DFR is not on top of their game, you'll have to poke and prod them to get the ball rolling and get yourself in for your various tests and interviews in a timely manner.
Check out google for free online IQ tests for basic stuff that you'll find in the YOU session and the RNZAF website for the more aircraft specific stuff in the spec. testing.
Enormous amount of advice on the whole process in this thread. Have a read!
