Assessment preparation
The assessment at Swiss, Edelweiss, Helvetic, and many other airlines is used as a basis for selecting new pilots. This is where it is decided who makes it into the cockpit. Once you have mastered the first step of the pilot application process, you will be invited to the selection stage. Training in preparation for this important step pays off enormously. Our professional instructors will show you all the important points and procedures in the Boeing 777, Boeing 737, and Airbus A320 simulators. Depending on the upcoming assessment, your training plan will be customized to achieve the best possible result.
Selection Preparation Course - Assessment Training
Interview, DLR & Assessment Center Training
Type-independent preparation in Zurich (soft skills & testing)
Boeing 777 Simulator Training (Zurich)
Boeing 737 Simulator Training (Winterthur)
Airbus A320 Simulator Training (Bern)
Assessment Preparation (A320)
Individual screening training
- Aircraft: Airbus A320 (Bern Belp).
- Flexibility: From individual lessons to the complete 3-step program.
- Procedure: Preliminary consultation with the instructor to assess your needs.
- Price: Upon request (individual quote).
Assessment Preparation (B777)
Who is this course suitable for?
Designed for candidates with basic airliner knowledge or previous simulator experience. Ideal for pilots with less experience (PPL, Ab Initio) who do not yet have MCC or airline experience.
- Welcome, familiarization, discussion of the complete flight structure.
- Training on the "Gubsomat" exercise machine.
- Briefings, profiles, procedures, understanding and review of SOPs.
- Discussion and understanding of MCC (Multi Crew Cooperation).
- Training in basic flying skills with increased workload (clock), B777 flight simulator.
- Questions & answers, analysis, and debriefing.
- Discussion of homework, questions & answers.
- Jet handling characteristics and high-speed aerodynamics.
- Explanation of flight structure, profiles, and procedures.
- Discussion of non-normal operations, including emergency and abnormal situations, go-arounds, engine failure/fire.
- Normal flight using SOPs.
- Analysis and debriefing.
- Discussion of homework, questions & answers.
- Flight preparation, review of profiles and non-normal operations.
- Explanation of priority setting and handling of various emergency situations.
- Simulated check in the B777 simulator using all SOPs.
- Psychological airline interview training, group work.
- Analysis and debriefing of check and interview.
- Former Swiss Captains as instructors.
- Extremely extensive expertise.
- Professional B777 simulator.
- Training tailored precisely to the assessment.
- Extensive experience in selection training.
- Successful course graduates at Swiss, Helvetic, and Edelweiss.
Our team will be happy to advise you personally on how to get started as an airline pilot or even as a direct entry captain.
Assessment Refresher (B777)
Target group
For experienced pilots (e.g., with 737/A320 rating) who are preparing for selection by major carriers such as Emirates, Cathay, or Swiss.
Course content (single session)
- Briefing: Review of the check program and B777 handling characteristics.
- Simulator training: Manual handling (raw data) with and without flight director/autothrottle.
- Procedures: ILS, non-precision approaches, circling, and go-arounds.
- Soft skills: workload management, priority setting, and communication.
B777 Masterclass
Target group
For candidates seeking maximum preparation or enthusiasts who want to understand the B777 in detail (systems & ops).
Course content (8 sessions)
- Theory: Comprehensive systems engineering (electrics, hydraulics, automation), flight planning, fuel calculation.
- Practical training: cockpit procedure training, checklist execution, and troubleshooting complex faults.
- Scenarios: Flights to various destinations under difficult conditions, emergency scenarios.
DLR & SPHAIR Preparation
Target group
Candidates for SPHAIR, Swiss, or DLR tests (Stage 1). Essential for career starters.
course content
- Training station: Exercises on the Apparatus Test Trainer (including SkyTest license).
- Psychomotor skills: Tests such as MIC, OWT, VFF, PPT, ROT, VMC, SVT, SKT, and vigilance.
- Instrument Coordination: Training of hand-eye coordination (ICA & DCA) with professional flight controls.
Group Assessment Program
Background
Preparation for stage 2 of the selection process. Avoiding critical mistakes in group interaction.
procedure
- Conducting a real group exercise (Group Assessment Exercise).
- Observation and analysis by experienced captains and coaches.
- Personal debriefing for individual improvement.
Interview Training
Target group
Candidates who are facing the final board interview and want to gain confidence.
course content
- Simulation of the interview with a panel of experienced captains.
- Training on standard questions, trick questions, and technical knowledge questions.
- Feedback on body language, clothing, and appearance.
Assessment Preparation (A320)
Individual training
The training in Bern is characterized by a high degree of flexibility. You will discuss your needs and level of training with the instructor in advance.
Possible content (depending on requirements)
- A320 cockpit layout & fly-by-wire philosophy.
- Normal & Non-Normal Operations (Failure Management).
- Complete line flight under test conditions (LOFT).
- Airbus-specific SOPs and "Golden Rules."
Assessment Preparation (B737)
For assessment candidates
This course specifically prepares you for screenings conducted on the Boeing 737 NG or MAX.
training content
- Consolidation of pitch and power values and scanning technique.
- Training for classic scenarios: engine failure at V1, single engine approaches.
- Implementation of standard profiles in accordance with Boeing philosophy.
MCC Training (Multi Crew Cooperation)
Teamwork in the cockpit
MCC training focuses on crew cooperation. Ideal for pilots who want to refresh their soft skills and procedures in a multi-pilot environment.
key areas
- Effective communication and closed-loop principle.
- Clear division of tasks (pilot flying vs. pilot monitoring).
- Use of checklists and decision-making tools (FOR-DEC).
UPRT (Upset Prevention & Recovery)
safety training
UPRT serves to detect undesirable flight conditions (upsets) at an early stage, avoid them, and safely recover from them in an emergency.
Contents
- Theoretical fundamentals of aerodynamics in marginal areas.
- Recognizing stall (airflow disruption) and spiral dive.
- Correct recovery techniques and reduction of the startle effect.
FANS Training (Future Air Navigation System)
Modern navigation
Learn how to operate modern data communication systems, which are standard in today's long-haul traffic (e.g., North Atlantic).
training objectives
- Dealing with CPDLC (Controller Pilot Data Link Communications).
- Understanding ADS-C (Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Contract).
- Procedures in areas without radar coverage (oceanic operations).
Reviews
Peter10.10.2018
I would like to give you some feedback on my preparation for the assessment here.
Thanks to the training sessions with you, I was very well prepared for this task.
I would like to thank you once again for your support and wish you every success for the future.
Semi Kilin18.04.2017
Thank you very much.
Carpenter Gustav20.06.2016
Everything was speedy and perfect.
mihai02.09.2015
all good
Tina22.08.2015
Everything worked out great! Thank you very much!