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British Airways pilot selection: the published steps

British Airways publishes a high-level outline for pilot recruitment, including a computer-based technical assessment, group exercise, interview and simulator. The page does not publish test items or a scoring key. Here is what that means for independent practice.

Sources checked 7 October 2026

What British Airways publishes

The BA pilot hiring page describes an application with recorded interview answers, a computer-based technical assessment, a group exercise, an interview and a simulator assessment. BA says its computer-based test looks at working under pressure and responding to increasing workload. The page says the simulator is currently an A380. Pre-employment checks follow an offer.

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What you can practise on FlightDeck

FlightDeck offers original timed work in areas such as numerical reasoning, spatial awareness, memory and multitasking. These drills can help you practise concentration and pace; they are not BA test items or a substitute for BA's technical or simulator assessment.

  • Start with the free test and review the skill breakdown.
  • Use a focused drill, then check which answers and timings need another look.
  • Try an assessment rehearsal with a FlightDeck practice profile when you want a longer session.

What the public page does not tell you

The page gives no sample questions, item formats, test timings, scoring rules or pass thresholds for the computer-based assessment. BA also says its recruitment process can differ by role. Use the instructions attached to the vacancy you are applying for.

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A sensible preparation order

Confirm the requirements and steps for your exact vacancy first. Then practise general timed skills, review mistakes, and protect time for the non-test parts of selection: your application, interview preparation and any briefing BA sends you.

Ready when you are

Start with skills you can practise.

Start with the free test, then choose focused drills and assessment-day practice for the skills you want to improve.