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Dear Capt Lim,
Do you have any idea of what are the stages that all potential SIA cadet pilots follow in the recruitment process? I have only been to their preliminary interview (panel of 3) but not their psychomotor and aptitude test. Somehow, the sequence is not as what is described on your website. Likewise, can give me a rough estimate of how long will the entire process take? Thanks a lot! Warmest
Regards,
Kean
Hi Kean,
I have emailed Arif, a successful cadet pilot, to share his experience below:-
"I submitted my application in February 2003 and was called up for the first stage in the recruitment process, the Psychomotor Skill test in May. The results was given out on the same day. After about a month, I was requested to go for the Psychometric Test (IQ Test). I waited for about another month before the result came out. Thereafter, I was notified to go for the interview. I waited for another month for the results before I was informed to proceed for a Medical Check. Finally, I waited for another month for the successful medical results. And I'm still waiting for the call letter for the intake which is scheduled for December 2003.
I'm not sure about Singapore Airlines (SIA) process as it might differ from the other Asian Airlines. But basically, it will take up to five months for the whole process, depending on how urgent the company wants to employ a cadet pilot.
Basically the profile of a the recruitment process that I went through is as follows:-
i. Application Selection
ii. Psychomotor Skill Test
iii. Psychometric Test (IQ)
iv. Interview
v. Medical Check-up
vi. Final Selection
SIA maybe a little bit stringent in the selection process. But nothing to worry about. Just try your best and don't be nervous during the interview. The best tip is just to be relaxed. If you put too much pressure in the things you do, you'll never get it done right.
Excerpt from SIA website:-
CADET PILOT
This is an entry-level position for candidates with no commercial flying experience, but have a keen interest in taking up a life-long challenge with SIA as an airline pilot. To start as a trainee you should have completed your studies and ideally be in your twenties or early thirties.
Requirements
- Singapore Citizens, Singapore Permanent Residents or Malaysian Citizens.
- Minimum 5 credits in the General Certificate in Education (GCE) Ordinary Level Examination or its equivalent e.g. SPM. These must include credits in English, Mathematics and a Pure Science subject, preferably Physics, taken at one sitting. In addition, applicants must possess one of the following:-
(a) minimum 2 'A's and 2 'O's, including General Paper, in the GCE 'A' Level Examination (or its equivalent); or
(b) minimum 2 Principal Passes (excluding the languages; Mathematics and Science subjects preferred) and 2 Subsidiary Passes in the STPM (or its equivalent); or
(c) a Polytechnic Diploma; or
(d) a Degree. - You must be medically fit and have visual acuity of at least 6/60 without optical aids, correctable to 6/6.
Training
Training to acquire an Airline Transport Pilot's License (ATPL) with Instrument Rating (IR) will be provided at pilot training schools in Singapore and overseas. The duration of training is approximately 15 to 17 months. During this time, full board and lodging will be provided. Upon obtaining the flying license, you will be trained for a period of 1 to 2 years and on successful completion you will be appointed as a First Officer.
Bond
Successful candidates will be required to serve SIA for the duration of training and 7 years from the date of appointment as First Officer.Remuneration and Service Benefits
During training, you will be paid a monthly allowance, depending on your entry qualifications and the phase of training. Meal, location and night stop allowances will be paid, where applicable, during line training as a Second Officer. On appointment as a First Officer, your basic salary will range from SGD 4,300 to SGD 5,200 per month, depending on aircraft type. Allowances such as productivity allowance, meal and overnight allowances) will be given when operating a flight. In addition, there is an annual wage supplement of 1 month's basic salary, free medical and dental treatment, insurance coverage, free and discounted travel.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Application for Cadet Pilot
If you meet our requirements and are interested to apply, please download this application form and e-mail it to
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or send it to the following address:
HR Recruitment (Technical Aircrew)
Singapore Airlines Limited
c/o MDC (01-C)
SIA Training Centre
720 Upper Changi Road East
SINGAPORE 486852 Fax: (65)65498060
Please be informed that only short-listed candidates will be notified.
Ariff."
Hi Capt Lim, I have been successfully accepted by Singapore Airlines as a cadet pilot. For the benefits of other potential candidates, the following are the sequence of tests/interviews in the selection process:
1. Preliminary interview
2. Aptitude, Psychomotor test
3. Situational Test (test your ability to handle different circumstances)
4. Final Interview (Panel of 5-7 people)
5. Tea Party (how you conduct yourself to the interviewers)
The questions asked during the final interview varies among different candidates. Some of the questions include how much you know about the aviation industry, current affairs, etc.
As for the preliminary interview, it included technical questions on the different types of planes and some personal issues.
Best regards,
Kean
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