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ADAPT On-line Candidate Handbook
Issue: 1.1
Reference: SYM/ADAPT On-line/Candidate Handbook/Ethiopian Airlines - 20182210
Date: 22 October 2018
Prepared By: Les Garside-Beattie
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Contents
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................................7
Data Protection .......................................................................................................................................................8
1. Assessment: What Should I Expect?................................................................................................................9
1.1 Link to the ADAPT On-line Website .........................................................................................................9
1.2 Log In Screen............................................................................................................................................9
2. ADAPT Personality Questionnaire (APQ) .......................................................................................................16
2.1 Instructions ............................................................................................................................................16
2.1.1 Question Type 1 .............................................................................................................................18
2.1.2 Question Type 2 .............................................................................................................................18
2.1.3 Question Type 3 .............................................................................................................................18
3. Mathematics Stage ........................................................................................................................................20
3.1 Instructions ............................................................................................................................................20
3.2 Level of Maths Paper .............................................................................................................................20
3.2.1 Advanced .......................................................................................................................................20
3.2.2 Progressive ....................................................................................................................................21
3.3 Topics Covered ......................................................................................................................................21
3.3.1 Advanced .......................................................................................................................................21
3.3.2 Progressive ....................................................................................................................................22
3.4 Formulas ................................................................................................................................................22
3.5 Example Questions ................................................................................................................................22
3.5.1 Example Math Questions – Answers: ................................................................................................23
4 Physics Stage..................................................................................................................................................24
4.1 Instructions ............................................................................................................................................24
4.2 Level of Physics Papers ..........................................................................................................................24
4.2.1 Advanced .......................................................................................................................................24
4.2.2 Progressive ....................................................................................................................................25
4.3 Topics Covered ......................................................................................................................................25
4.3.1 Advanced .......................................................................................................................................25
4.3.2 Progressive ....................................................................................................................................25
4.4 Formulas ................................................................................................................................................26
4.5 Example Questions ................................................................................................................................27
4.5.1 Example Physics Questions - Answers ...............................................................................................28
5. English Language Test....................................................................................................................................29
5.1 Section 1 - Structure ..............................................................................................................................29

5.2 Section 2 – Vocabulary ..........................................................................................................................29

5.3 Section 3 – Comprehension ...................................................................................................................29
5.4 Section 4 – Interaction...........................................................................................................................30
6. FAST ...............................................................................................................................................................31
6.1 Step by Step Guide to FAST ...................................................................................................................32
6.1.1 Information on System Configuration and Requirements ............................................................32
6.1.2 Information on the FAST System ...................................................................................................33
6.1.3 Information on the FAST Assessment ...........................................................................................34
7. Cognitive Testing ...........................................................................................................................................39
7.1 Information on Topics Tested ................................................................................................................39
7.2 Levels of Cognitive Tests........................................................................................................................39
7.3 Ab-Initio Cognitive Test Examples .........................................................................................................40
7.3.1 Numerical Reasoning .....................................................................................................................40
7.3.2 Verbal Reasoning ...........................................................................................................................40
7.3.3 Spatial Relationship Reasoning......................................................................................................41
7.3.4 Abstract Reasoning ........................................................................................................................42
7.3.5 Perceptual Speed and Accuracy ....................................................................................................43
7.3.6 Working Memory...........................................................................................................................44
7.3.7 Mechanical Reasoning ...................................................................................................................45
7.4 Intermediate Cognitive Test Examples ..................................................................................................45
7.4.1 Numerical Reasoning .....................................................................................................................45
7.4.2 Verbal Reasoning ...........................................................................................................................46
7.4.3 Spatial Relationship Reasoning......................................................................................................47
7.4.4 Abstract Reasoning ........................................................................................................................48
7.4.5 Perceptual Speed and Accuracy ....................................................................................................49
7.4.6 Working Memory...........................................................................................................................50
8. Co-ordination and Control .............................................................................................................................51
9. Flight Simulation ............................................................................................................................................53
9.1 Fixed Wing Assessment 1 ......................................................................................................................53
9.1.1 Changing Height.............................................................................................................................54
9.1.2 Changing Speed .............................................................................................................................54
9.1.3 Changing Heading ..........................................................................................................................55
9.2 Fixed Wing Assessment 2 ......................................................................................................................55
9.2.1 Route .............................................................................................................................................55
10. Finishing the Assessment ..........................................................................................................................56

Figures
Figure 1: Online Registration Screen ............................................................................................................. 9
Figure 2: GDPR Statement Part 1 ................................................................................................................ 10
Figure 3: GDPR Statement Part 2 ................................................................................................................ 10
Figure 4: Personal Details Page ................................................................................................................... 11
Figure 5: Email Address Entry ..................................................................................................................... 11
Figure 6: Username and Password Creation Page ......................................................................................... 12
Figure 7: Account Details Confirmation and Activation .................................................................................. 12
Figure 8: Submitting Details ........................................................................................................................ 13
Figure 9: Registration Completion ............................................................................................................... 13
Figure 10: ADAPT Login.............................................................................................................................. 14
Figure 11: Your Candidate Assessments Menu ............................................................................................. 14
Figure 12: Additional Personal Details Agreement......................................................................................... 15
Figure 13: Additional Personal Details Screen ............................................................................................... 15
Figure 14: List of Allocated Tests ................................................................................................................ 16
Figure 15: Conditions of use ....................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 16: APQ Instruction Screen .............................................................................................................. 17
Figure 17: APQ Question Type 1 ................................................................................................................. 18
Figure 20: Example of APQ Question Layout ................................................................................................ 19
Figure 21: Mathematics Instructions Screen ................................................................................................. 20
Figure 22: Physics Instructions Screen ......................................................................................................... 24
Figure 23: Physical Assessment Screen ........................................................................................................ 31
Figure 24: Explanation of hardware required ............................................................................................... 32
Figure 25: Explanation of Audio Requirements ............................................................................................. 32
Figure 26: Explanation of Mouse and Keyboard Requirements ...................................................................... 33
Figure 27: Explanation of Countdown Timer ................................................................................................ 33
Figure 28: Information on Candidate Briefing ............................................................................................... 34
Figure 29: Explanation of FAST Personality Questionnaire ............................................................................. 34
Figure 30: Explanation of the Layout of the FAST Assessment ...................................................................... 35
Figure 31: Information on Cockpit Monitoring .............................................................................................. 36
Figure 32: Information on Flight Path .......................................................................................................... 36
Figure 33: Information on Reporting ........................................................................................................... 37
Figure 34: Information on Questions ........................................................................................................... 37

Figure 35: Information on Debrief ............................................................................................................... 38

Figure 36: Co-Ordination Assessment .......................................................................................................... 51
Figure 37: Practice Example ........................................................................................................................ 52
Figure 38: Presentation of your Score .......................................................................................................... 52
Figure 39: Example of Fixed Wing Instruction .............................................................................................. 53
Figure 40: Fixed Wing HUD ......................................................................................................................... 54
Figure 41: Central Screen ........................................................................................................................... 56

Introduction
Symbiotics Ltd has developed ADAPT Online as a unique assessment tool that can support various training
systems. The purpose of this tool is to find out if you are right for a job and then to offer guidance to help
you develop your skills to match those that are needed. Our aims are to get the best from you and make
sure that you get the most out of your training.
There a number of elements that can make up the ADAPT Online package and you will be required to
complete a combination of the following elements:
 Maths
 Physics
 English
 Aviation Knowledge
 Physical Assessment Stage (FAST)
 APQ (ADAPT Personality Questionnaire)
 Cognitive
 Coordination and Control
 Flight Simulation
 Conflict Management
 Crew Resource Management
Please contact the organization that has requested you complete the assessment for any further details.

Data Protection
Symbiotics Ltd will only collect and store personnel information relating to and pertaining to you for 24
months, as requested by Symbiotics Ltd. At the end of this period Symbiotics Ltd will delete all record of you
and either delete the data you supplied or will anonymise it. Either way no data in our system will be
attributable to you after the retention period defined other than a copy of this introduction and your
response.
The reason Symbiotics Ltd keeps data in an anonymised form is for verification purposes. Firstly, it allows
Symbiotics Ltd to verify that the assessments are fair to all groups of people, and this is why we ask some
questions about your background. This information is not used in the assessment but allows us to determine
that the assessment is not prejudicial to a particular group of people. Secondly, it allows Symbiotics Ltd to
confirm that the comparisons made within the system against the general population remain up to date.
The data you provide through the assessment process will be stored on Symbiotics Ltd secure computers
located on our premises in the UK. The data will be used via determinist algorithms to provide Symbiotics Ltd
with a report on how you have performed in the assessment tests
No other third party (other than if demanded by a UK court of law order) will have access to this report or the
raw data you supply. Additionally, within Symbiotics Ltd only staff with a valid reason to process will have
access to your data and this will be kept to a minimum number of people.
Updating and removal of your information
You have the right for incorrect, out of date or misleading information relating to you to be corrected.
You should email DataController@SymbioticsLtd.co.uk with your request and it will be actioned provided it is a
legitimate request.
Right to be forgotten
You have the right to "be forgotten", the right to request that we stop processing your data and the right to
object to the method by which we are processing your data.
All these requests should be made to DataController@SymbioticsLtd.co.uk who will inform Symbiotics Ltd of
the request. These requests will be actioned provided a) we do not have a legal requirement to retain your
data or b) Symbiotics Ltd has a contractual agreement with you that requires that we retain the data for the
specified retention period.
If either of these are the case you will be notified of the reason why we cannot remove your data at this time.

1. Assessment: What Should I Expect?

1.1 Link to the ADAPT On-line Website
If you are to complete any element of the ADAPT On-line Assessment at home, you will be provided, by email,
with your link to the ADAPT Website and a series of instructions that will enable you to access the ADAPT Login
Screen. If you are completing all the elements at Ethiopian Airlines, this part will be done for you.
1.2 Log In Screen

You will be provided with a 20 digit alpha numeric licence number; this will either be provided to you
directly or will be given to Ethiopian Airlines to input on your behalf, depending on whether you are
completing any elements at home prior to some further invigilated tests. If you are provided with the
code, please keep a note of this licence in case you should need to log in again.
When you log in you will be asked to provide a series of Personal and Contact Details that will enable both
Symbiotics and Ethiopian Airlines to identify and contact you. The ADAPT system will also remember
these details to allow you access so please ensure that you keep a note of the details that you provide for
future reference.
N.B. - Please note that the system is case sensitive: details must be input exactly as they were the first
time (for example: you would be unable to re-login if you inputted your name as ‘Haile’ in the first
instance and ‘haile’ in the second instance).
Figure 1: Online Registration Screen

You will be directed through a series of screens to complete the Registration Process. The personal details
you enter and confirm enable your performance data to be identified within the Ethiopian Airlines
Assessment Process. Once the License Code has been entered, press “Next”; the screen will show the
GDPR Statement below; please note you will need to scroll down to see and read all of the Statement:
Figure 2: GDPR Statement Part 1

Scroll down
Figure 3: GDPR Statement Part 2

Once you are content with the Statement, press “Accept” to move on to enter your personal details:
Figure 4: Personal Details Page

When you have added your details press “Next”. You will now be asked to enter your Contact Details; if you do
not have a personal email address please discuss with the Ethiopian Airlines Test Administrator and they will
help you:
Figure 5: Email Address Entry

With an email address entered press”Next . You will now be asked to create your own Username and
Password; please note carefully the information on the screen as you create your Password. Once you have
completed the information press “Next”
Figure 6: Username and Password Creation Page

The screen will now show you the details that you have entered and will ask you to confirm them; if you agree
then please select “Confirm & Next”:
Figure 7: Account Details Confirmation and Activation

And then to send your details to the ADAPT 2 Server press “Submit”
Figure 8: Submitting Details

You will be advised that you have successfully completed the registration process. Press “Login” to continue:
Figure 9: Registration Completion

Once you have completed the Registration you will be returned to the ADAPT Login Screen where you enter
your unique Username and Password:
Figure 10: ADAPT Login
Figure 11: Your Candidate Assessments Menu

Click on the “Start” button and you will be redirected to provide some Additional Details. Note: you can choose
“Agree” or “Ask Me Later” to progress; if you choose to select “Disagree” you will be directed back to the
Home Page:
Figure 12: Additional Personal Details Agreement
The Additional Personal details are shown below:
Figure 13: Additional Personal Details Screen

When complete, to enter those details press “Submit”. Your candidate assessment menu will appear.

The tests that you have been allocated will load. Click ‘Launch’ to receive the instructions for your
selected test.
Figure 14: List of Allocated Tests
2. ADAPT Personality Questionnaire (APQ)
2.1 Instructions
There is 1 personality questionnaire that must be completed – the ADAPT Personality Questionnaire (APQ).
This looks at your personality, values, behaviour and attitude. The questionnaire can either be completed at
the test centre, or before/after you attend the test centre. If you are not at the assessment centre you should
do the APQ in a comfortable, quiet area with no distractions or interruptions. This stage has no time limit, but
you should try to finish within 30-45 minutes, in 1 attempt.

Figure 15: Conditions of use
A declaration is presented at the beginning of every test. Upon reading the conditions of use, click ‘start test’
to progress.
Figure 16: APQ Instruction Screen

The questionnaire is split in to 11 sections. The questions will change in length and there are 3
different question types, all of which have 4 multiple choice options:
2.1.1 Question Type 1

Read the question carefully and decide which of the two options most closely describes your
opinion or preference - i.e. which option is 'more like me'. Then select the option that most
accurately describes how strong this preference is - a moderate preference or a strong preference.
Figure 17: APQ Question Type 1

Read the question carefully and then select the option that most accurately describes your opinion
or preference – strongly agree, agree, disagree or strongly disagree:

Read the question carefully and then select the one option that most accurately describes your
opinion or preference:

You will answer questions on a range of topics, including your interests, preferences and opinions.
There are no right or wrong answers. To assess your personality to the highest standard, we need
to get the correct information about you. Therefore, you should be totally honest when answering
the questionnaire.

Do not spend too long thinking about each question – your first reaction is usually the best. The
information given may not be as detailed as you want, but answer the best you can. Be as honest
and truthful as you can. Do not give an answer just because it seems like the right thing to say.
Please ask the assessor or examiner if you do not understand any of the words used in the
questions.
An example of the layout of the APQ questions is shown below:
Figure 20: Example of APQ Question Layout
Your answers will be saved at the end of each page, so you can come back and carry on with the
questionnaire if you get disconnected. You can go back and change any answers once you have
pressed ‘next’. You need to answer all questions in all sections. You will not be allowed to finish the
questionnaire until all the questions are answered. The left hand bar on the screen will show you
how many questions are still to be answered on the page and how many pages are left to complete
as well as the number of answers required to complete the page.
The ‘finish’ button will only activate once all questions on all pages have been answered.

3. Mathematics Stage
3.1 Instructions
Figure 21: Mathematics Instructions Screen
Read the instructions carefully before you click ‘next’ to start the test. The test is 30 minutes long and the
timer will commence when you start the test. Click ‘next’ to move on to the next page of the test. You
may use the ‘next’ and ‘previous’ buttons to scroll through the pages of the test.
The test will automatically finish after 30 minutes whether or not you have answered all the questions.
You will be logged out of the test and your data uploaded. If you finish the assessment within 30 minutes
you may click ‘finish’ to exit the test. Your data will be uploaded – you will not be able to return to the
assessment.
3.2 Level of Maths Paper

You should be informed of the level of maths paper you are sitting. Below are explanations of what each
paper covers.
3.2.1 Advanced
The majority of questions in the test are based at the higher end of syllabuses taught by the end
of compulsory school learning (age 16) – approximate levels are outlined below:
UK – high GCSE level

US – high school diploma
Asia – 10th Standard
Europe – Level 5
There are also a small number of questions designed to challenge students who have been
proactive in advancing their knowledge of Mathematics.

3.2.2 Progressive
If you are taking the ‘Progressive Maths Paper’ the questions get progressively more difficult
throughout the paper:
Questions 1-5 are at foundation level and worth 1 mark each

Questions 6-15 are at intermediate level and worth 5 marks each
Questions 16-20 are at advanced level and worth 10 marks each
You may choose which questions you answer and in what order.
3.3 Topics Covered

3.3.1 Advanced
 Basic algebra
 Transformations
 Trigonometry
 Bearings
 Units
 Logarithms
 Differentiation
 Factorising quadratics
 Probability
 Simplifying algebra
 3D Pythagoras
 Changing the subject
 Surds
 Solving quadratic equations
 Indices
 Applied Maths – e.g. calculating headwinds and crosswinds

3.3.2 Progressive
 Speed/Distance/Time
 Calculating Fuel Rate
 Basic Pythagoras
3.4 Formulas
Below is not an all-inclusive list; familiarising yourself with the topics outlined above should ensure you
are aware of all the relevant formulas, including:
 Speed = Distance / Time
 Cosine and Sine rules
 Pythagoras’s theorem: c2 = a2 + b2
 Angles in a triangle add up to 180°
 Trigonometry ratios
3.5 Example Questions

Examples of typical questions you can expect in the Advanced paper (or the final section of the paper if you
are completing the Progressive paper) can be found below:
1. From a boat, the angle of elevation of the foot of a lighthouse on the edge of a cliff is 34°. If the cliff is 150
m high, how far from the base of the cliff is the boat.
2. If you are flying on a heading of 037° and make a left turn of 45°, what will be your new heading?
3. A letter is to be chosen at random from this set of letter-cards. What is the probability that the letter is an
‘S’?

4. Look at the diagram of this cuboid. Calculate the length BG.
5. An aircraft has an airspeed of 275 km/h, and flies on a bearing of 295. The wind is blowing at a speed of 225
km/h from West to East. What is the head wind and what is the cross wind?
3.5.1 Example Math Questions – Answers:

1) 222 m
2) 352°
3) 3
10
4) 13 cm
5) Head wind = 204 km/h
Cross wind = 95 km/h

4 Physics Stage
4.1 Instructions
Read the instructions carefully before you click ‘next’ to start the test. The test is 30 minutes long and the
timer will commence when you start the test. Click ‘next’ to move on to the next page of the test. You
may use the ‘next’ and ‘previous’ buttons to scroll through the pages of the test.
The test will automatically finish after 30 minutes whether or not you have answered all the questions.
You will be logged out of the test and your data uploaded.
If you finish the assessment within 30 minutes you may click ‘finish’ to exit the test. Your data will be
uploaded – you will not be able to return to the assessment.
Figure 22: Physics Instructions Screen
4.2 Level of Physics Papers

You should be informed of the level of physics paper you are sitting. Below are explanations of what each
paper covers.
4.2.1 Advanced
The majority of questions in the test are based at the higher end of syllabuses taught by the end
of compulsory school learning (age 16) – approximate levels are outlined below:
UK - GCSE level
US – high school diploma
Asia – 10th Standard
Europe – Level 5
There are also a small number of questions designed to challenge students who have been
proactive in advancing their knowledge of Physics.

4.2.2 Progressive
You will be informed if you are taking the ‘Progressive Physics Paper’. In this case the questions
get progressively more difficult throughout the paper:
Questions 1-5 are at foundation level and worth 1 mark each

Questions 6-15 are at intermediate level and worth 5 marks each
Questions 16-20 are at advanced level and worth 10 marks each
You may choose which questions you answer and in what order.
4.3 Topics Covered

4.3.1 Advanced
 Basic Physics – length, mass, volume,
 Acceleration
 Speed/Distance/Time
 Relative speed
 Units
 Weight, mass, density and volume
 Newton’s Law – inertia and forces
 Gravity
 Work, energy and power
 Kinetic energy
 Temperature
 Pressure and state– liquid and gases
 Basic electricity – circuits, current, voltage, resistance
 Basic magnetism – magnetic field, lines of flux
 Refraction
 Pulleys and springs
4.3.2 Progressive
 Properties of solids, liquids and gases

 Magnets
 Energy
 Mass and weight
 Waves – mechanical and electromagnetic
 Basic circuitry
 Units of measurement
 The universe
 Pressure
 Acceleration
 Force
 Circuitry – current and resistors
 Velocity
 Levers
 Springs
 Balancing weights
4.4 Formulas
Below is not an all-inclusive list; familiarising yourself with the topics outlined above should
ensure you are aware of all the relevant formulas, including:
 Speed = Distance/Time
 Gas laws – Boyle-Mariotte law, Gay-Lussac law, Dalton’s law
 Newton’s equations of motion
 Hooke's Law
 Bernoulli’s Theorem
 Ohms Law

4.5 Example Questions

Examples of typical questions you can expect in the Advanced paper (or the final section of the paper if you
are completing the Progressive paper) can be found below:
1. In an emergency stop, a driver applies the brakes in a car travelling at 24 ms-1. The car stops
after travelling 19.2m while braking. Calculate the average acceleration of the car during braking?
2. Calculate the current passing through a 6.8 Ω resistor when it is connected to a 9V battery:
3. A sample of ideal gas has a volume of 1.50 x 10-4 m3 at a temperature of 22°C and a pressure of
1.20 x 105 Pa. If the volume of the gas remains constant, calculate the temperature (in Kelvin not
°C) at which the pressure of the gas is 2.00 x 105 Pa.
4. In a game of cricket, a ball leaves a bat in a horizontal direction from a height of 0.39 m above
the ground. The speed of the ball is 35 ms-1. The ball takes 0.28 seconds to reach the ground
again. What horizontal distance has the ball travelled in this time?

5. In the diagram below, Aircraft A is flying East and maintaining a groundspeed of 340 kt (a kt =
speed of 1 NM / hr). Aircraft B is flying in the same direction as aircraft A but 210 NM ahead,
maintaining a ground speed of 280 kt. Aircraft A will catch Aircraft B at Point ‘X’. What distance
will Aircraft B have travelled when this event occurs?
4.5.1 Example Physics Questions - Answers
1) -15 ms-2
2) 1.32 A
3) 492 K
4) 9.9 m
5) 980 NM

5. English Language Test

This exam forms the online part of ADAPT's English Language Assessment. Listening and
comprehension skills are assessed across the 6 key areas of language skill identified by the ICAO in
their Language Proficiency Rating Scale:
i) Pronunciation
ii) Structure
iii) Vocabulary
iv) Fluency
v) Comprehension
vi) Interaction
The results of the assessment will give an approximate indication of an individual's language level
based on the ICAO framework.
There are 60 questions in total in this paper and you will have 1 hour to complete the test. The
questions are split up into the following sections:
5.1 Section 1 - Structure

Part A:
For each question you will see a sentence that has been split into 3 sections which are not in the correct
order. You will need to select the correct order of the sections to produce the correct whole sentence. Each
question has 3 possible answer options, only one of which is correct.
Part B:
For each question you will see a written sentence that has a word missing. You will need to select the correct
word to complete the sentence. Each question has 4 possible answer options, only one of which is correct.
5.2 Section 2 – Vocabulary

For each question you will see a written sentence that has a word missing. You will need to select the correct
word that best completes the sentence. Each question has 4 possible answer options, only one of which is
correct.
5.3 Section 3 – Comprehension

Part A:
For each question you will hear a question asked over your headphones. Listen carefully to the question and
the select correct answer. Each question has 2 possible answer options, only one of which is correct.

Part B:
Firstly you will need to carefully read paragraph 1, which contains information on an aviation-related subject.
You will then be asked 5 questions, which will test your understanding of the information in this paragraph.
Each question is written, and the answer can be found in paragraph 1. You will need to select the option that
correctly answers the question.
You will then need to repeat the process for a second paragraph, which contains information on a different
aviation topic. All questions have 3 possible answer options, only one of which is correct.
5.4 Section 4 – Interaction

For each question you will hear a question or statement relating to an aviation situation. You will need to
select the most appropriate response to the question or statement. Each question has 4 possible answer
options, only one of which is correct.

6. FAST
Figure 23: Physical Assessment Screen

The FAST assessment stage is an online screening tool that takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.
You will be required to:
 Follow verbal and written instructions
 Monitor a cockpit view and flight path
 Fly a ‘crash’ course
 Answer cognitive questions. The types of cognitive questions you will be asked are:
o Numerical Reasoning
o Verbal Reasoning
o Abstract Reasoning
o Perceptual Speed and Accuracy
o Spatial Relationship Reasoning
o Working Memory
Examples of these types of questions can be found online.
 Provide self-analysis in the form of a mini-debrief

6.1 Step by Step Guide to FAST

6.1.1 Information on System Configuration and Requirements
Figure 24: Explanation of hardware required
Figure 25: Explanation of Audio Requirements

Figure 26: Explanation of Mouse and Keyboard Requirements
6.1.2 Information on the FAST System
Figure 27: Explanation of Countdown Timer

Figure 28: Information on Candidate Briefing
6.1.3 Information on the FAST Assessment
Figure 29: Explanation of FAST Personality Questionnaire

Figure 30: Explanation of the Layout of the FAST Assessment

Figure 31: Information on Cockpit Monitoring
Figure 32: Information on Flight Path

Figure 33: Information on Reporting
Figure 34: Information on Questions

Figure 35: Information on Debrief

7. Cognitive Testing
7.1 Information on Topics Tested
This exam will measure and assess your aptitude some or all of the following areas, and last approximately 30
minutes:
Numerical Reasoning
These questions are testing your ability to use, interpret and manipulate numbers and mathematical data.
Verbal Reasoning
These questions are testing your ability to analyse, interpret and understand written information.
Spatial Relationship Reasoning

These questions are testing your ability to see spatial patterns and move or rotate these in your mind to
solve visual problems.
Abstract Reasoning
These questions are testing your ability to recognise patterns and similarities between shapes and figures.
Perceptual Speed and Accuracy

These questions are testing your ability to work quickly and accurately to find information from numbers
or images.
Working Memory
These questions are testing your ability to hold, retrieve and use information held in short term memory.
Mechanical Reasoning
These questions measure your knowledge and understanding of key mechanical and physical concepts
and principles, such as machinery and motion. It includes understanding the function of mechanisms and
knowledge of how to achieve desired outputs. Concepts include levers, pulleys, gears, springs, simple
electrical circuits and fault diagnosis.
You will receive specific instructions along with example questions for each question type shortly.
All questions are multiple choice in format and will either have three or four answer options to select from,
only one of which is correct.
You will need to read each question carefully before responding. You will not be able to go back to change
your answers: you will need to work accurately but quickly in order to complete the test within the time limit.
Each question set will have 6 questions, making a maximum total of 42 questions in the paper.
7.2 Levels of Cognitive Tests

Currently there are 2 levels of cognitive test –
 Level 1 is for Ab-initio candidates

 Level 2 is a more advanced level for candidates with aviation knowledge and experience
Although the tests are based on similar themes and subjects, the more advanced questions are either set at a
higher level of difficulty or assume a high level of aviation knowledge or understanding.
7.3 Ab-Initio Cognitive Test Examples

7.3.1 Numerical Reasoning
All questions will be multiple choice in format and will have 4 answer options available, only 1 of which is
correct. Question types include:
1) Basic Algebra
2) Sequences
3) Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
4) Arithmetic
5) Conversions
6) Speed / Distance / Time calculations
For example:
Calculate how many miles there are in 64 km.
a) 40 miles
b) 48 miles
c) 45 miles
d) 50 miles
Answer = A
7.3.2 Verbal Reasoning

1) Anagrams
2) Aviation Acronyms
3) Connections
4) Synonyms
5) Antonyms
6) Logic
For example:
Select the word most opposite in meaning to regular.
a) Normal
b) Usual
c) Unusual
Answer = C

7.3.3 Spatial Relationship Reasoning

For these questions, a question image will be displayed for 5 seconds only.
This image will then be replaced with 4 answer option images.
Only 1 of these 4 images correctly answers the question.
You will not be able to view the original question image after the initial 5 seconds.
Question types include:
1) Reflection
2) Rotation
3) Cubes
4) Directions
5) Map
6) Radars meet
For example:
Select the option that shows a reflection of this image in the red line:
Answer = C

7.3.4 Abstract Reasoning

All questions will be multiple choice and will have 4 answer options available, only 1 of which is correct.
1) Select the odd image
2) Complete the sequence
3) Complete the statement
4) Complete the grid
For example:
Select the odd image that does not fit with the other images:
Answer = B

7.3.5 Perceptual Speed and Accuracy

For these questions, you need to respond as quickly as possible – your reaction times to complete each
question will be recorded by the system. Question types include:
1) Match sequence - numbers
2) Match sequence - letters
3) Cockpit dials
4) Sorting data
5) Scanning
6) Matrix
For example:
Select the sequence that exactly matches the one below:
Answer = A

7.3.6 Working Memory

1) Counting task
2) Memory span
3) Dot memory
4) Match sequence
5) Match image
6) Radar location
For example:
Answer = A

7.3.7 Mechanical Reasoning

All questions will be multiple-choice in format and will have 4 answer options available, only 1 of which is
1) Approximately how much force is needed to lift the weight?
a) 22 lbs
b) 44 lbs
c) 11 lbs
d) 15 lbs
Answer = C
7.4 Intermediate Cognitive Test Examples

7.4.1 Numerical Reasoning
All questions will be multiple-choice in format and will have 4 answer options available, only 1 of which is
1) Algebra
2) Sequences
3) Fuel Consumption
4) Arithmetic
5) Conversions
6) Speed / Distance / Time calculations

For example:
At 20 mph how long would it take to travel 640 miles?
a) 30 minutes
b) 32 hours
c) 24 hours
d) 32 minutes
Answer = B
7.4.2 Verbal Reasoning

1) Analogy
2) Aviation Acronyms
3) Connections
4) Synonyms / Antonyms
5) Aviation Knowledge
6) Categories
For example:
What does the acronym STAR stand for?
a) Standard Time Arrival Route

b) Standard Terminal Arrival Route
c) Second Terminal Arrival Route
Answer = B

7.4.3 Spatial Relationship Reasoning

1) Aircraft Orientation
2) Rotation
3) Compass direction
4) Directions
5) Map
6) Radars meet
For example:
Which compass direction does the helicopter need to fly in to reach destination point C:
Answer = A

7.4.4 Abstract Reasoning

All questions will be multiple-choice and will have 4 answer options available, only 1 of which is correct.
1) Select the odd image
2) Complete the sequence
3) Complete the statement
4) Complete the grid
For example:
Select the odd image that does not fit with the other images:
Answer = D

7.4.5 Perceptual Speed and Accuracy

For these questions, you need to respond as quickly as possible – your reaction times to complete each
question will be recorded by the system. Question types include:
1) Attitude Indicator
2) Primary Flight Display
3) Cockpit Dials
4) Alternative Code
5) Flight Management System (FMS)
6) Radio Frequency
For example:
Locate the radio frequency and select the option that matches the original display:
Answer = B

7.4.6 Working Memory

1) Counting task
2) Memory span
3) Dot memory
4) Dial location
5) Match image
6) Radar location
For example:
Answer = B

8. Co-ordination and Control
Figure 36: Co-Ordination Assessment
The purpose of the assessment is to measure your control and coordination – with the option for either hand-
eye or hand, feet and eye coordination. The aim is to hold the ball in the centre of the target for as long as
possible.
Throughout the assessment the ball will try to move away from the centre of the target and your task is to use
the joystick and foot pedals to guide the ball back on target.
Moving the joystick forward and backward will control the vertical position of the ball, moving the rudder
pedals left and right will control the horizontal position of the ball.
As the assessment goes on the action will change speed and direction and test how quickly you react to the
movement of the ball.
The assessment will last for 3 minutes, preceded by two 20 second practices.

Figure 37: Practice Example
Once you have completed the assessment you will be shown your score:
Figure 38: Presentation of your Score

9. Flight Simulation
9.1 Fixed Wing Assessment 1
This stage uses a flight simulator that is based on a simple computer game. It is controlled using a set of flight
controls.
You will first be presented with the introductory instructions, both auditorally and on screen. Once these have
completed, the flight simulator will load. Pay attention to these instructions, as they will explain how to
control the flight simulation.
Figure 39: Example of Fixed Wing Instruction

The first task will help you practice using the controls and screen. You will be looking at the cockpit screen and
using the throttle and stick. The aim is for you to get experience using the controls and get used to the head
up display.
The head up display will be on the screen. Speed is displayed on the left side, altitude is on the right side and
heading is at the bottom of the screen.
Figure 40: Fixed Wing HUD
To help you fly at a steady speed put the throttle in the middle position. To find this push the throttle all the
way forward, then all the back and find the middle point. The stick will be very quick to respond so your
movements need to be gentle. If there are any buttons on the stick do not use them, as they will not help you.
9.1.1 Changing Height

To increase altitude, pull the stick towards you. Move the aircraft symbol to no more than 5 degrees above
zero and the altitude will start to increase. To stop ascending, gently pull the stick back to the upright position.
Bring the aircraft symbol back in line with the zero degrees bar.
The stick will be very quick to respond so your movements need to be gentle. Do not use the buttons on the
stick as they will not help you.
To decrease altitude, gently push the stick forward. Lower the aircraft symbol to no more than 5 degrees
below zero the altitude will start to decrease. To stop descending, gently pull the stick back to the upright
position. Bring the aircraft symbol back in line with the zero degrees bar.
9.1.2 Changing Speed

To help you fly at a steady speed put the throttle in the middle position. To find this push the throttle all the
way forward, then all the back and find the middle point.

To go faster, move the throttle forward and your speed will increase. To stay at your new speed, bring the
throttle back to the middle position. To slow down, move the throttle backwards. Your speed will then
decrease. To fly at your new speed, again move the throttle back to the middle position. Airspeed is shown
on the left side of the head up display.
9.1.3 Changing Heading

Heading is shown at the bottom centre of the head up display.
To turn left, move the stick very gently to the left. The natural horizon should cut from the top left corner to
the middle of the right side of the head up display. Bring it back in line with the zero degrees bar and heading
will decrease.
To level out, start moving the stick gently to the right about 5 to 10 degrees before you reach your new
heading.
To turn right, move the stick gently to the right. Make sure that the horizon cuts from the top right corner to
the middle of the left hand side of the head up display. On reaching a new heading, start to straighten out by
turning gently to the left.
9.2 Fixed Wing Assessment 2

9.2.1 Route
During this phase you will be required to fly at an accurate height and speed using features that you will be
able to see on the head up display.
You will be given instructions that you should follow accurately to help you find the points that you are looking
to fly over. Only when you assess that you are over the top of the points should you change heading to fly
towards the next feature.

10. Finishing the Assessment

When you have finished each of the tests you will see a screen displaying the specific list of tests that you are
undertaking, highlighting which ones are complete:
Figure 41: Central Screen
Once a number of tests are completed, the option to ‘Logout’ may appear. This will allow you to exit the
assessment and complete any further tests (such as the Personality Questionnaire) at home. If you are
required to log out and complete your assessment away from the test centre, you will be informed. When you
are ready to complete any outstanding tests, you will need to log into the assessment tool again using the
same details as before. This will allow you to access and complete any outstanding tests.
When you have finished all the tests and see this final screen you must click ‘continue’ not ‘logout’. This will
upload your results to Symbiotics Ltd. Your results report will be generated and sent to the Academy.


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Figure 35: Information on Debrief ............................................................................................................... 38

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Updating and removal of your information

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1. Assessment: What Should I Expect?

1.2 Log In Screen

Figure 1: Online Registration Screen

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Figure 2: GDPR Statement Part 1

Figure 3: GDPR Statement Part 2

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Figure 4: Personal Details Page

Figure 5: Email Address Entry

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Figure 6: Username and Password Creation Page

Figure 7: Account Details Confirmation and Activation

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Figure 8: Submitting Details

Figure 9: Registration Completion

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Figure 10: ADAPT Login

Figure 11: Your Candidate Assessments Menu

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Figure 12: Additional Personal Details Agreement

The Additional Personal details are shown below:

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Figure 14: List of Allocated Tests

2. ADAPT Personality Questionnaire (APQ)

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Figure 15: Conditions of use

Figure 16: APQ Instruction Screen

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2.1.1 Question Type 1

Figure 17: APQ Question Type 1

2.1.2 Question Type 2

Figure 18: APQ Question Type 2

2.1.3 Question Type 3

Figure 19: APQ Question Type 3

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Figure 20: Example of APQ Question Layout

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Figure 21: Mathematics Instructions Screen

3.2 Level of Maths Paper

UK – high GCSE level

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Questions 1-5 are at foundation level and worth 1 mark each

3.3 Topics Covered

 Changing the subject

 Solving quadratic equations

 Applied Maths – e.g. calculating headwinds and crosswinds

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