Gapan - Pilot Aptitude Assessment
 

Hi folks,
I was just wondering if any of you are sitting the GAPAN tests at RAF Cranwell on Thursday 15th March?
I will be there so if anyone else is then it would be nice to know!

Also, does anyone have any tips/advice for these tests aimed at self-sponsorers? Is the day just as outlined in the info pack or are there any little surprises that one could practice for? I hear computer games are a help.

Thanks, VFE.

[This message has been edited by VFE (edited 09 March 2001).]

Hi VFE, I sat the GAPAN/RAF tests last october and I passed with quite a high score and I didn't have any practice and it was my first time ever doing anything like that.
If you would like anymore info send me an e-mail and I will give you all the knowledge you will need.Cheers FD

I've just been through OASC for raf selection. I wasn't selected http://www.pprune.org/ubb/NonCGI/frown.gif. I have some info on the aptitudes on my website www.timc.clara.net though there probably isnt any more info on there than youve already received. Personally I thought the test for pilot was fairly easy (I got an excellent score, but I wasn't applying for pilot!). Just know what the different instuments mean and the digit recall one gets quite hard towards the end, was about 15 digits at the end!

Good Luck! :)

Thanks FD and TimC for your replies.

Anyone else?

Regards, VFE.

I did the RAF aptitude tests once when I was 16 and failed and then again last year and passed. The first time, I did the whole lot - for all four branches and was offered a 6th form schol in ATC - not quite what I had in mind!

The digit recall one can be quite hard but I got the best result on that. Just remember the digits in smaller chunks - say them over quickly in your head in a tune - like for 7 digits, remember the first 3 and then the last four. Makes it much, much easier than being confused by a big bunch of numbers!

I remember being pretty baffled the first time - but if you have a clear head when you go in, it helps. They're not particularly hard and I didn't do much preperation - but I did practice quite a lot for the numerical questions which you can work out on paper. That helped. But hey, best of luck. What is this GAPAN thing you're going for?

Hey VFE,
I was thinking of attending the GAPAN tests on the 15th but cannot make it. Would appreciate any feedback on what you thought of the whole experience once you've been.

Cheers mate!

btw. good luck.

No probs hasell.

VFE,
Incidently are these the same GAPAN tests that where sent out with other literature by pilotassist.com (or pilotassist.co.uk) and the cost of doing the tests being £150?

That is correct hasell.

Gapan
 

Have many of you gone to Gapan for the Aptitude Tests?

I am thinking of going along since I am thinking about raising some serious cash to pay for the big dream to come true.

I know some people have probably been there through Airline Sponsorship testing procedures, but has anyone gone there under their own will and been through the personal grilling? If so do you think it was worth the 150 squid ??

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to crab, or not to crab....?

FartPower,
I went to the one in March and it was an interesting day. You get a debrief afterwards with a volenteer pilot of the Guild.
Worth £150? Not much to spend when you consider the amounts you are looking at for a CPL is it? Having said that, never be put off your dream by a poor result - as the Guild say themselves, it is only an indication and nobody will find out what you scored when it comes to job hunting after training.

If you want anymore info then just drop me an e-mail.

All the best, VFE.

Just to add to what VFE said, you get a nice certificate to put in your CV/file/whatever. I did them as part of the Airtours selection last year (fell as the last hurdle) and now I put it down on all the airline applications I make. I agree that it is well worth it.

good luck

AF

I went in March. I thoroughly enjoyed the half-day.
I was very sheepish about stumping up the £150 for an hour and a half of tests, but that said, the interview by the Guild members afterwards was worth the £150 without the tests?????
The Guild members were extremely helpful and very approachable types.
My verdict - do it! I will be spending tons of money as a result, but hey - you only live once and life has no rehearsal.
It could save you a stack of money in the long run - or boost your confidence if you get the result you're looking for.
Either way - best of luck Buddy!

Thanx for the advice - I think I will have my application in by the end of the day!

I attended a few of the aptitude tests last year, but didnt get any further. It was a bit demoralising, with no real indications of why I didnt get through - but I am sure you have also been through this.

But with every flying lesson (PPL) I am more convinced that this is what I want to do...

GAPAN
 

Hi all
If anyone recieved any sponsorships last year from GAPAN please reply and let me know how you are getting on and what you hope to do next.

Many Thanks

GAPAN Aptitude Tests
 

Hi

Has anybody on this Forum undertaken the GAPAN Aptitude Tests (brief details on the GAPAN web-site for those who don't know about them)?

If you have, can you please give me some information on what they involve.

Regards

Mustbee

It involves exactly what GAPAN say it involves. There are no extra tests sprung on you and it is all relatively informal and relaxed.
I would say the best way to prepare is to get into the habbit of remembering numbers and play plenty of arcade/computer games to improve your reaction and co-ordination skills.

Good luck,

VFE.

[This message has been edited by VFE (edited 11 June 2001).]

Thanks for the advice VFE. I'm off to the Arcade!

Bummer huh? :)

Completed the test in May. Got a high average.
You've just ot to practice remembering numbers and good coordination. Be relaxed and alert.
Also please try to remember this is RAF Cranwell, not a youth club. So dress with respect no shell suits please. It just lets us civies down. There is usally a group a RAF hopefuls there as well. All is three piece suits etc.

And DON'T turn up late.