Introduction to Pilot Podcast

➤ Introduction to Airline Selection Process
➤ Written Exam for Airline Selection Process
➤ Eligibility for Airline Selection Process / Cadet Pilot Program
➤ Psychometry Exam for Commercial Pilots
➤ ADAPT / PILAPT / FAST / COMPASS / CUT-E Pilot Aptitude Test
➤ Group Activity / Group Discussion for Airline Selection Process
➤ Personal Interview for Airline Selection Process
➤ Conclusion

Key Points

  • Eligibility Varies

    Cadet (18-32yrs, 10+2 Physics/Maths/English 51-60%, Class 1 medical); CPL (18-40yrs, multi-engine 25hrs exp); Type-rated (endorsed CPL + type knowledge).

  • Written Exam Focus

    DGCA CPL/ATPL concepts (regs/performance/radionav) + type systems/limits—not rote question banks; 2-3 months conceptual prep essential.

  • Psychometric/Aptitude Tests

    ADAPT/COMPASS/CUT-E assess reaction/spatial/multitasking/mental fitness—truthful answers, manage energy/focus to simulate cockpit overload.​​

  • Group Discussion/Activities:

    CRM/teamwork/leadership via brainstorming (constructive input, de-escalate, encourage quiet members)—attentive till end, 15-20mins.​

  • Personal Interview

    Tech (DGCA/type Qs) + HR ("Tell me about yourself"=values/company overlap, STAR stories)—grooming critical (suit/tie/shave/ironed).

  • Overall Timeline/Prep

    2-3 months process; urgent vacancies (A320/737)—DGCA ground school (CNTAA) + aptitude practice + airline research for success.

Summary

EP53 outlines India airline process (2-3 months): eligibility → written (DGCA foundation) → psych/aptitude (hand-eye/spatial/CRM) → GD (team dynamics) → interview (tech/HR/grooming)—9 proficiencies tested; vacancies urgent (A320/737), revise concepts now.

Conclusion

Prep: Best DGCA ground school (CNTAA), practice aptitude/GD, research airline (values/fleet), groom professionally—treat as life-changing.

FAQ

  • Cadet vs CPL eligibility?

    Cadet: 18-32yrs/10+2; CPL: 18-40yrs/CPL+multi-engine exp (25hrs)—varies.

  • Aptitude tests (ADAPT/COMPASS)?

    Hand-eye/reaction/spatial/multitasking—no practice overload, stay focused.

  • GD tips?

    Brainstorm constructively, contribute/encourage/de-escalate, stay attentive till end.​​

  • Interview grooming/HR?

    Suit/tie/shave/ironed; "Tell me about yourself"=values/motivators/company overlap (truthful, STAR).

  • Written focus?

    DGCA CPL/ATPL concepts (performance/regs/nav), type systems—not question banks.

  • Process timeline?

    2-3 months total; multi-engine for type (15hrs aircraft+10 sim).​