Gapan - Pilot Aptitude Assessment

[jamielatham]

sensible2k4

What score did you get?

Thanks


Jay

[sensible2k4]

I got 31 , wasnt very good at the hoops
The guys seemed quite happy and introduced me to some people who I had a good chat with.

[jamielatham]

31?

Thats put me at ease then, What did the Man say about the score?


Thanks


Jay

[High Wing Drifter]

If I recall correctly from my de-briefing, a High started in the mid-seveties (is the score an overall %). However, I don't recall a test with hoops. I seem to remember:

1) Capturing the dots

2) Targeting the dot with reversed controls that become increasingly unreliable.

3) 3D orientation

4) Instrument interpretation

5) Memory test

6) The vigilence test. A matrix of activities to overload you.

7)...um...can't remember. But I know there were seven.

Looking at the current blurb, there are now only five tests. I so guess hoops is a new one.

[sensible2k4]

The test we did was just a practise, doesnt involve anything from the real test, i dont think anyway. However it test some of the same kinds of things, What was your score?

Did they not talk to you afterwards?

[jamielatham]

I got 80%

They didnt talk to me afterwards, i just got up and went to look at the simulator...

Just wanted to know what the test was about realy, although the real one may not be alike...


Jay

[Cirrus_Clouds]

GAPAN Testing

Hey all,
I have booked an aptitude test with GAPAN, just wondering if others have done this before and what type of tests I can expect to do on the day?

P.S. YES, I have done a search before anyone asks


Cheers!

[mcgoo]

Hi, theres 6 tests iirc, one of them is remembering number sequences, eg. 6 numbers flash up for 2/3 seconds then you have to input them correctly in the right order, this goes up to about 14 numbers, theres one test where there is a series of dots on the screen in trails and you have to use a joystick to keep a white ball following the trail, one test is a 3d outline of an aircraft and 6 pictures of instruments and you have to select the set of instruments that matches the aircraft attitude. Theres a grid test where you have a grid matrix and you have to input the co-ordinates of certain coloured squares that appear while also cancelling other squares that flash randomly. Theres a test where you have to keep a cross on a target area using opposite controls ie moving joystick left moves cross right etc, and i can't remember the last test.

[grape]

GAPAN tests

Hi all,

I'm new here, and I was wondering if someone in this forum has been for an interview and aptitude test at GAPAN for a PPL flying scholarship?
I'd like to know some details on the types of tests and interview questions?
Any info/adivce is much appreciated.
Thanks,
Grape

[BEagle]

It is not compulsory for you to take any aptitude tests if you are applying for one of The Guild's PPL Scholarships; however, you would be well advised to consider taking The Guild's aptitude tests at RAF Cranwell if you have aspirations towards a career as a commercial pilot. See http://www.gapan.org/careers/aptitude.htm for more information. If you score well, the fact will certainly be of interest to the PPL scholarship assessors.

The 2006 competition for PPL scholarships has now closed, keep an eye out early next year for details of the 2007 competiton.

The PPL scholarship awards are made by a Selection Committee appointed by The Guild. From the large number of applications received, the Committee produces a short list of candidates; those who are short listed for the PPL Scholarships are required to attend at their own expense for an interview commencing early June at the London offices of The Guild. The interview is preceded by a short written examination to assess numeracy, literacy and mental agility.

Good luck!

[Cirrus_Clouds]

Thanks for the input guys!Are GAPAN tests just Co-ordination tests and don't cover any maths etc?

[Cirrus_Clouds]

This forum is really handy!

I did the GAPAN tests on 8th June and obtained a High Average score. I'm starting to wonder whether this is a high enough score for airline selection or sponsorship, but I guess decisions don't just come down to GAPAN tests, but other tests as well.

I was told before receiving my results, that people's scores tend to decrease after the age of 22 (made me laugh when I heard that lol! and thinking "great" ... not). The tests are also aimed at people who have little or no flying experience - I have a PPL and around 85 hrs.

[High Wing Drifter]

Somebody correct me if I'm wrong and FWIW, but somewhere along the way I got the idea that with the full salvo of tests, "High Average" is the watermark for RAF flight crew. If so I would interpret such a score as very positive.

Again, FWIW WRT age. I did the GAPAN test aged 36 3/4 and got top marks. My personal perception is that it is a good indicator although I can't deny the IR has been a wake up call from the complacency I unknowingly slipped into, albeit for some interesting reasons (sometimes for reasons outside of my control) so keep on to of it

[Londonboy29]

Aptitude test before training?

Chaps,
I'm currently doing bookwork to hopefully start modular route to ATPL in 2007.
I just have a couple of questions re: the Cabair site I have recently visited, and a GAPAN individual I met a flying show a while back:
1) They seem to be claiming that if you get a low score in the GAPAN/PILAPT, then you shouldn't bother about trying to become a pilot. Does this have any truth to it? (I'm basically trying to find out if the fact that they charge for these tests have anything to do with it)?
2) I'm guessing that during the PPL, a candidate should get an idea of there aptitude re: flying skills? Is this the case, or should one forget about trying for an ATPL unless they get a good score on GAPAN/PILAPT.
Any other thoughts on this area would be very much appreciated.
Many thanks.
LB

[dom462]

Next Test?

Can somebody tell me when the next test is? I'm about to start modular training at the end of january and would like to know if I can get a test beforehand. If not it'll have to be after my PPL. It says on their website the dates for 2007 the earliest being february. If they run every 2 months is there not one in december?

[Captain Melly]

next test

The next GAPAN aptitude test is Thursday 7th December...if you go you'll have the honour of meeting me there!!

CM

[ATPLwhoops]

GAPAN Aptitude Test

Hi all,

Can anyone enlighten me on the GAPAN aptitude test. Will be going soon and wanted a little bit of info. Also is there anyway you can revise / practice before the test?? Also what are the topics?


Thanks

ATPLWhoops

[ATPLwhoops]

Hi,

I will be attending the test Dec7th. Not really sure what to expect but i'm sure it will be a great day out. Meeting professionals to have a one-to-one outside of an interview enviroment.

Thanks

[dom462]

You can't revise for aptitude tests. The only preparation you can do is to get plenty of sleep the night before and go there with a clear and focused mind.

Originally Posted by ATPLwhoops

Hi all,

Can anyone enlighten me on the GAPAN aptitude test. Will be going soon and wanted a little bit of info. Also is there anyway you can revise / practice before the test?? Also what are the topics?


Thanks

ATPLWhoops

[Captain Melly]

Thanks GAPAN

Just wanted to say how worthwhile I found the pilot aptitude day at RAF Cranwell yesterday, and to thank all those volunteers from GAPAN who gave of their time so generously to give sound advice to us aspiring professional pilots.
Thanks!