IndiGo Cadet Pilot Program Preparation Course for Ab Initio

Cadet Pilot Program Course Modules

ADAPT / CASS

• ADAPT stands for Access Develop and Performance Training.
• CASS stands for CAE Aircrew Selection Systems
• CASS was being used by CAE for the selection assessment test of their cadet pilot program. Nowadays CAE uses ADAPT for the cadet assessment test.
• Flightrule Indigo cadet program also uses CASS / ADAPT as the part of the selection process of Indigo Cadet Pilot program It is a general assessment of the candidate’s personality and skills. In this stage, candidates have to go through a series of tests. It can consist of psycho-motor capability test, tests involving basic flying skills, a test based on the pilot abilities to do multitasking and process information in a stressful environment. To assess the pilots with different experience levels, CASS / ADAPT has various difficulty levels but the basics remain the same.

Following stages are conducted in CASS/ ADAPT Assessment.

• Maths
• Physics
• English
• Physical Assessment Stage
• APQ (ADAPT Personality Questionnaire)
• Cognitive
• Flight Simulation

CUT-E

• CUT-E test is a highly popular method of assessment of both ab-initio and experienced pilot.
• CUT-E test is also the part of the selection process in different Cadet Pilot Program in India and abroad.
• CUT-E is being used in the Indigo cadet pilot program selection process of Skyborne Indigo Cadet Pilot and L3 Haris Indigo Cadet Pilot Program.

Following stages are conducted in CUT-E Assessment.

• Psycho-motor & Psycho-technical tests
• Computerized simulation tests
• Verbal Reasoning
• Mathematics
• Physics

PILAPT

• PILAPT stands for Pilot Aptitude Test
• The PILAPT test, or pilot aptitude test, assesses a range of skills and capabilities associated with pilots.
• The PILAPT is the major component of the assessment day and will have to clear this stage to get eligible for the next one.

Generally, PILAPT comprises of six modules

• Mechanical Reasoning
• Spatial Orientation/Awareness
• Numeracy Skills
• Hand/Eye Coordination
• Psychomotor Tracking
• Capacity Tests

Key Features

• Theoretical Knowledge: Aerodynamics, Aircraft Systems, Navigation, Meteorology, Air Regulations
• Practical Skills: Flight Simulations, Flying Training in Actual Aircraft, Emergency Procedures
• Simulator Training: Training specifically designed for cadets to gain real-world flight experience before stepping into the cockpit.

Practical Skills

To join the Indigo cadet pilot program, candidates must meet specific criteria, including:

• Flight Simulations
• Flying Training in Actual Aircraft
• Emergency Procedures
• Decision-Making and Problem-Solving
• Communication and Coordination

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