Boardroom Screening: Evaluating Knowledge, Judgment, and Decision-Making

Technical Knowledge Assessment: Candidates are tested on their understanding of aircraft systems, performance calculations, regulations (FAA/EASA), and standard operating procedures.

Scenario-Based Discussions: Interviewers present real-life scenarios (e.g., in-flight emergencies, equipment failures, adverse weather) to evaluate how candidates think under pressure.

Crew Resource Management (CRM) Evaluation: Assessing communication, teamwork, and leadership skills to ensure candidates can work effectively within a cockpit environment.

Risk Management and Decision-Making: Understanding how pilots assess risk, make decisions under uncertainty, and prioritize safety.

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Adherence: Ensuring candidates have a disciplined approach to following procedures and adapting to company-specific protocols.

This phase helps flight departments filter out candidates who may lack the required depth of knowledge or sound decision-making abilities before they proceed to simulator testing.

Flight Simulator Screening: Evaluating Hands-On Flying Skills

Normal and Abnormal Procedures: Candidates perform standard flight operations, ensuring they demonstrate smooth handling, proper checklist usage, and adherence to procedures.

Emergency Situations: Evaluating how pilots respond to in-flight emergencies such as engine failures, hydraulic failures, electrical malfunctions, or severe turbulence.

Instrument Proficiency: Assessing a candidate’s ability to fly solely by instruments (IFR operations), execute precision and non-precision approaches, and recover from unusual attitudes.

Automation and Avionics Proficiency: Ensuring candidates can effectively manage modern avionics systems, autopilot usage, and flight management systems (FMS).

Decision-Making Under Pressure: Simulating high-stakes scenarios to assess a pilot’s ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload, and maintain situational awareness.

Multi-Crew Coordination (MCC) Testing: Evaluating how well candidates communicate and work alongside another crew member in a multi-pilot environment.

This hands-on evaluation ensures that pilots not only have theoretical knowledge but also possess the technical skill and composure required to operate safely and efficiently in real-world flight conditions.

Benefits of AFSim’s Screening Services for Flight Departments

Ensures High-Quality Pilot Selection: AFSim’s rigorous screening process identifies the most competent and professional pilots.

Reduces Hiring Risks: By thoroughly assessing candidates before employment, flight departments avoid hiring pilots who may struggle with safety, proficiency, or adaptability.

Improves Safety Standards: Ensures that pilots adhere to best practices, reducing the likelihood of operational incidents.

Tailored to Company SOPs: The screening can be customized to fit specific operational requirements and procedures unique to each flight department.

Benefits of AFSim’s Screening Services Insurance Underwriters

Lower Risk Profile: Hiring pilots who have successfully completed AFSim’s screening may lead to lower insurance premiums due to reduced accident risk.

Demonstrates Commitment to Safety: Flight departments that use AFSim’s screening services show insurers that they prioritize safety and professionalism.