Speedbird Pilot Academy - Funded
Interesting info and thanks for posting! Does anyone know if this varies much from the FPP application process? I was training to be a driver with Virgin Trains when FPP was open, so I didn't apply. Going to throw my hat in the ring this time and see what happens.
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However they also said that they will be running the same course for the following year, so if you aren’t ready to start on this one, you can apply for the next one when it’s announced.
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Some key points included:
Selection:
- Accommodation, food allowance and substance allowance provided
- Application window will open in September
- Flight school assessment in October
- BA assessment in November
- Offers made in November
- Training commence Q1 2024
- Could be based at Heathrow, Gatwick or London City (BA, Euroflyer, Cityflyer) on either A320 fleet or Embraer
- Choice of 5 different fleet types after initial freeze (6 years).
- Starting salary of £34,000
Selection:
- Online application - you'll be asked about your motivation to join British Airways and Maths and situational judgement test.
- Video interview - you will have to record your answers
- Flight school technical test - assess your ability to work under pressure and see how you react to increasing workload with various computer based tests from the cut-e suite
- Flight School Group exercise - assess your ability to work in a team, with a scenario you may face in your day-to-day role as a Pilot at British Airways.
- Flight School Interview - demonstrate you have what it takes to become a BA pilot.
- British Airways Assessment - interview and group exercise. There will be a presentation from the team to talk to you about life as a BA Pilot and also a chance to visit Speedbird Heritage Centre at Waterside
What is the ‘ situational judgment’ test in the initial online application?
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it was interesting that they did not include the citizenship or right to live and work which i was sure had in previous announcments so i checked it from wayback machine and yes they kept all the requirement except that. i will definitely apply from outside uk
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Hi DawnChrus01,
You have not missed anything if you have attended the first session on 09 August. However, now there are 70 places instead of 60. Which is good. The recruiters have not confirmed eligibility queries related to non-UK citizens or permanent residents.
Additionally, you can not live at your home while under training as BA will have paid the cost of accommodation and food to the chosen flight school.
Besides, if you have previous flying experience, then the Head of the Flight Training School will decide on how much reduction in flight training will be allowed.
I hope this helps you and other on the forum.
You have not missed anything if you have attended the first session on 09 August. However, now there are 70 places instead of 60. Which is good. The recruiters have not confirmed eligibility queries related to non-UK citizens or permanent residents.
Additionally, you can not live at your home while under training as BA will have paid the cost of accommodation and food to the chosen flight school.
Besides, if you have previous flying experience, then the Head of the Flight Training School will decide on how much reduction in flight training will be allowed.
I hope this helps you and other on the forum.