Leading Edge Academy Pilot Assessment 2024
Leading Edge Academy Pilot Assessment Guide

Updated: 24th Aug 2024
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About Leading Edge Aviation Academy

With training provided in Oxford, in the UK, and in Murcia, in Spain, Leading Edge offers professional flight training courses to students who subsequently progress on to positions within airlines such as British Airways, easyJet and Wizz Air.

In particular, the organisation provides a full-time training course titled LEAP, incorporating theoretical knowledge training, initial and advanced flight training, UPRT training, culminating in an APS MCC course and a BSc Degree.

Training is delivered by this organisation using a mixed fleet of Diamond DA-40, Diamond DA-42 and Slingsby Firefly aircraft, complimented by DA-42 simulators and an Airbus A320 simulator.

Assessment Process

The Leading Edge Skills Assessment includes four stages:


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1. Computerised Pilot Aptitude Test
2. Group Exercise
3. Competency-based Interview
4. Debrief and Feedback


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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I prepare for my Leading Edge Academy pilot assessment?

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What is the pass mark for the Leading Edge Academy pilot assessment?

Many pilot assessments, and computerised pilot aptitude tests, do not have a fixed threshold (or pass mark), but rather evaluate the pilot candidate's overall performance and suitability for the role.

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How often is your Leading Edge Academy assessment preparation software updated?

Our pilot assessment preparation software is continuously updated, with daily improvements based on feedback from hundreds of monthly users.

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What support is available with your Leading Edge Academy assessment preparation software?

With our own industry experiences, we understand the pressures and stresses that come with preparing for a pilot assessment. When you use our software to prepare for your Leading Edge Academy pilot assessment, you'll have access to exceptional support and guidance from our team of experienced airline pilots, provided between 9AM and 9PM GMT.

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