Using IATA’s Guidance Material for Pilot Aptitude Testing

IATA’s Guidance Material and Best Practices for Pilot Aptitude Testing (2010) is an excellent summary document that describes the standard approach to developing a pilot selection system.   Pilots and Human Resource personnel who have limited formal exposure to...

What is validity?

In aviation, “validity” usually refers to the relation between a set of test scores and scores on a criterion measure. For example, assume that a carrier decides to purchase a personality test to use as part of its selection system. Also assume that the...

What is a “best practices” selection system?

A “best practices” system is one that conforms to standards set by relevant professional organizations and conforms to all legal standards. It is different from “common practice.” We have found that many air carriers compare their selection...

How can selection be used at a training school?

We have encountered this question frequently. The use of a selection system in civilian ab initio training depends on the purpose of the training. If the training is part of a cadet program that is run for or by an air carrier, then selection may be appropriate and...