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Hi all,

Just wondering if anyone's received an invitation to attend flight screening throughout October? Trying to gauge the liklihood of getting a call before the DEO screenings finish up for the year in November. Obviously I don't know how competitive I am but it would be helpful to see if anyone's been called up for late October in order to vaguely figure out whether I might be called up this year or next. Any insight would be great! Cheers

I've got my Assessment Day for RAAF DEO Pilot next week and I'm just after a bit of last minute info. I'm confident with ADF/RAAF Leaders, Values, Engagements, Structure, Aircraft, Bases and Locations. I've also got training such as OTS, BFTS and 2FTS all pretty much squared away. The only thing I'm a little unsure about is some of the ADF Policies and Military Discipline. If anyone has any links to any of this information or any suggestions on what else i should study its all welcome. I'm sure there's answers to all my questions hidden somewhere within the 130 odd pages here but i have not been able to find them.

Cheers in advance

Cheers Aximus, I ended up getting a call for the 1st of November FSP too, will see you up there!

Hey Spider01,

They'll likely ask you questions about the Defence Force Discipline Act, which is the legal structure that maintains and enforces service discipline. It covers off areas such as unrestricted service (ADF is free to deploy you wherever they need you to be), operational/combat service (all ADF personnel may be required to deploy to war zones and take part in combat), drug and alcohol policy (zero tolerance for drug/alcohol abuse), initial minimum period of service etc.

I'm not sure if it's covered by the DFDA, but they could ask you about tattoo policy, service allowances and pay, leave entitlements, rental assistance etc. as well.

Might not have covered everything but hopefully that points you in the right direction.

Just remember, Prior Preparation Prevents P%ss Poor Performance.
Work hard, remember everything, practice till your eyes hurt.

There are no free passes on flight screening:E

Flight Screening
 

Hey Guys,


This forum has been invaluable to my prep for my assessment day...


I have recently just passed the assessment day and handed back 2 references + photos etc and was just wondering how long between doing that step did you hear confirmation from PSA that they have received your file...and then how long till you heard what program you got on?


Thanks muchly


Taylor

Hey Folks,

After a bit of a delay with my file, I've finally got my medical clearance. However, my enlistment coordinator seems to think that flight screening doesn't re-start until May next year. This can't possibly be the case? The RAAF used to post the coming years schedule online but have not done so since mid 2014. Just wondering if anyone knew when flight screening generally starts in the new year.

Cheers, Ben

Rinzler

Suggest you contact flight screening

Minimum height requirement
 

The minimum height for pilots is 163cm. I'm 161cm. Does anyone know someone who was able to pass selection even though they were a couple of centimetres below the minimum height? Or is it possible to arrange a "cockpit assessment" / reach test? I've read the posts in this thread about people close to the height limits, however these are mostly a few years old.

If it's relevant, I'm especially interested in Navy and Army.

Rinzler

Are you going for Direct Entry or ADFA officer entry??

There is more flight screenings this year but they may already be full. I leave for Tamworth this Saturday (15/11/14).

Cheers Jorgia :)

Delta, I'm not a medical examiner but I'd expect rules are rules. The rules for 163cm are there for a reason.
I'd try and bulk up, see if a workout diet helps grow a bit

Mathematic Course
 

Hi guys,

sorry for being slightly of topic.

I did year 12 in Victoria and only studied further mathematics(basic). I called DFR and was told they do not recommend any bridging courses to meet the maths requirement to become a pilot. Does anyone have any courses they would recommend that is equivalent to Unis 3/4 VCE maths methods?

Thanks

I found this bridging course quite good, and I was able to get someone from VTAC to sign it off as equivalent (you'll need to provide a letter with a letterhead from someone appropriate to say that it is).. and it was also all online which was handy for my timetable:

Fundamentals of Mathematics

Flight Screening
 

Hi guys,

I am booked for the 7th-20th of december flight screening. And I was wondering if anyone has some tips for preparation? I have bought the 'wings' book and the ADF mentors pilot book (which are both being very helpful :ok: ), but what should I be brushing up on? like do I need to know cockpit layouts or start up procedures or anything else?
I am working on my fitness and broadening my knowledge of the defence force and the job as well as ADFA but what should I also be focusing on?

thanks,

Salamor

Hey Salamor,

Those two books are a good start but don't limit your study to just them. Make sure you have a solid understanding of why you want to be a military pilot - broad statements like "I've wanted to be a pilot since I was a kid..." will not get you across the line (not implying you'd use that, but many people do). You'll need to know what the career of a military pilot entails - I found talking to in service pilots a great insight, whether that be on this forum, out on base visits or even up at Tamworth during Flight Screening - they know exactly what the training demands and can really help you to form an accurate picture.

Make sure you know at least a little bit about all of the aircraft in the ADF (current and future) and a lot about the aircraft you wish to fly (1st choice and 2nd - they will ask...). Have some leadership and military/aviation motivation examples you can give from your life - even if there are none that stand out, many experiences can be shaped in the retelling to demonstrate how you took the lead and made the hard decisions...

Make sure you arrive every day at the crew room with a positive attitude ready to hook in 100%. The time up there is slightly pressured by nature, but it's important that you demonstrate you're enjoying the process - smile and don't be intimidated by the Defence personnel, they were in your position once - have a chat with them if the situation allows :) Also, don't play boardgames (there are many scattered in the BFTS crew room) - use your time to study! Playing games implies you know the material back to front (it's great if you do, just make sure your flying reflects this... you are always being watched...).

Additionally, work together with your fellow Flight Screeners!! I cannot stress this point enough. You will inevitably form strong friendships with the girls and guys on your course - you're all going through a unique and challenging process - but it's amazing how fun it can be when you're all helping one another out and overcoming those hurdles together!

Finally, don't worry about studying checks or cockpit layouts. They are not assessing your ability to fly. They are assessing your ability to learn. It's a strange concept, but they aren't necessarily looking for aces, more so people that can show consistent improvement when learning a new skill.

All the best!!

Advice on flight screening
 

Hi guys,

I am currently finishing year 10 at high school and I have aspirations to be a pilot in the RAAF, I am asking about how the flight screening program works between the basic and advanced courses and on how people are ranked within them?

I am keen to give gliding a go but a bit unsure at powered flying (costs) and the benefits that previous flying experience will have on helping me get through the processes. If it means anything I want to go through adfa after I finish year 12.

The ADFR website wont let me apply yet as I am still 15 but in FEB when I turn 16 I will definitely apply.

Best regards
Hamish

Hi all

I had my assessment session for DE Pilot on Monday and have been recommended for flight screening. I was just wondering if anyone who had been to flight screening had any advice on the best way to prepare?

Thanks

Rhino6 - sorry i just have to do it. This entire forum, whilst dedicated to flight screening, is riddled with both the 'what' and advice on the 'how' of the entire RAAF pilot process. Have a read - the answers will already be there. Spend some time looking through and then by all means ask questions if still required.

RAAF Assessment session medical
 

Hey guys,

I have read this forum until my eyes feel like bleeding and have found some fantastic information. I have recently completed the assessment session and thought I would share my two cents worth. Things went very well until at the end of the day I had to see the medical examiners. This started off with discussing the medical history questionnaire in which you complete at your YOU session. And as of two years ago I had glandular fever. When asked about it, I told the doctor I had it roughly over a year ago.

She immediately typed this down and proceeded to tell me this would be an issue and I may be deemed class 4 (permanently unfit). After realising the ramifications of what I had said, I suitably thought a little harder about how long I had been symptom free - this was exactly 1 year and ten months. But what I said first was taken as cold hard truth and has taken precedence over my official medical history at my local surgery. Luckily, I only have to wait another 5 months until I can proceed to go into the pool for flight screening (a magic number the doctor thought suited). So moral of the story, don't be unprepared like me and not know exact times that you have had any serious sicknesses in the past, because that seemingly harmless conversation could end your career before it even starts.

Lincoln,

Also, what happened to hornet boy?!

hamish757, Think about joining the Air Training Corps. the RAAF likes to see your early interest in flight. I believe 3 yrs in the ATC helped my 1962 RAAF DE selection.