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Dana Wilson-Szucs & Rebecca Lougheed
The Psychology of Automation and the Evolving Role of the Commercial Pilot
Automation has been part of airline flying for decades, but its role has grown from helpful assistant to ever-present partner in the cockpit. From the early autopilot of the 1930s to today’s AI-based decision support systems, the commercial pilot’s role has evolved into a mix of flying skill, system management, and strategic thinking.
For many, this shift is a win: automation has made aviation safer, reduced fatigue, and freed pilots to focus on the bigger operational picture. But it has also reshaped *how* pilots think, adapt, and manage themselves in an environment where the machine can do much of the work—and where the real challenge lies in staying mentally sharp when the workload feels light.
The Promise (and Paradox) of Automation
Automation works brilliantly at handling routine, predictable tasks. Freed from constant stick-and-rudder control, pilots can plan ahead, monitor complex systems, and anticipate challenges.
The psychological shift is from active control to active oversight. That changes the brain’s job: you’re no longer continuously correcting flight path errors; you’re supervising a system that is usually correct.This might cause -what psychologists call - the "out-of-the-loop” effect — when situational awareness slips because we’re not directly engaged. It’s not a failing; it’s human nature. Our brains naturally redirect attention when there’s no immediate demand, sometimes toward long-term planning (useful) and sometimes toward unrelated thoughts (less useful). The skill lies in managing that shift: using automation’s benefits to think ahead while keeping the ability to snap back into tactical mode the moment something changes.
Practical ways to counter attention drift:
- Run mental “status checks”: Where are we? What’s the aircraft doing? What’s next?
- Use micro-scenarios: mentally rehearse a go-around, diversion, or system fault while monitoring automation.
- Keep a plan B and plan C in mind for each phase of flight, even if plan A is going smoothly.
Resilience: The Human Advantage
One thing automation doesn’t do well: handle the unexpected. Weather anomalies, novel system failures, complex social dynamics in the cockpit - these still belong in the human domain. Pilots provide what researchers call resilience: the ability to perceive, interpret, and act in situations where the playbook doesn’t apply.
If you’re becoming a pilot or even if you already are, developing that resilience is just as important as mastering the technology. But this safety net is only as strong as the skills and awareness behind it.
How you can build resilience:
- Train for ambiguous problems, not just textbook failures, so you’re comfortable making decisions with incomplete information.
- Practice stress inoculation: short bursts of high workload in the simulator to learn how to stay calm and effective.
- Regularly hand-fly in a variety of conditions so motor skills and mental bandwidth for manual flying stay sharp.
The Shift in Training Philosophy
Flight academies and airline training departments are rethinking their approach to reflect the realities of a highly automated cockpit. In earlier decades, training was designed for pilots who manually flew most of the time, with automation as a helpful assistant. Today, the situation is reversed—automation is the default, and pilots must deliberately maintain manual proficiency.
Modern airline training follows Competency-Based Training (CBT) and Evidence-Based Training (EBT) principles, which focus on developing both technical and non-technical competencies rather than simply “training a task, checking a task.” Scenario-based training is one tool used to achieve this, alongside Crew Resource Management (CRM) and human factors training.
The goal is to equip pilots to manage automation effectively while maintaining the ability to intervene when needed. This includes training with a focus on Undesired Aircraft States (UAS)—situations where the aircraft is not doing what the crew intends. Pilots are taught to recognize, avoid, and recover from UAS promptly, whether they occur in manual or automated flight.
Automation is now deeply integrated into operations, but it exists to support, not replace, the pilot. As such, training aims to ensure that pilots can manage the aircraft, the automation, and the overall operation as a cohesive whole.
Situational Awareness in the Age of Glass Cockpits
For all its benefits, automation can be a slippery slope for situational awareness. Good situational awareness is not just “knowing what’s going on” — it’s perceiving, understanding, and anticipating. A pilot with strong situational awareness doesn’t just see a thunderstorm with a risk of turbulence or icing. They recognise the potential threat to their fuel, disruption to the routing, the need to consider the wind, airspace and other traffic when deciding which way to avoid it.
How to strengthen situational awareness in automated flight:
- Keep a mental map of your position, altitude, and future route at all times—even when the FMS shows it.
- Periodically predict the next three changes in flight parameters (speed, altitude, heading) and check if they match the automation.
- Use sensory cross-checking: listen for changes in engine tone, watch peripheral cues, feel control pressures—early warnings the screens might not show yet.
The Psychological Balancing Act
Research highlights five common human-automation challenges: overtrust, mistrust, workload mismanagement, situational awareness loss, and perceived loss of control.
These are psychological, not just technical, issues. The most effective pilots approach automation like a high-performing teammate:
- Trust it when appropriate —but verify continuously.
- Step in confidently when you detect an error or a better solution.
- Share mental models with your crew so both pilots are aligned on what the automation is doing and why.
The right mindset matters as much as technical skill. Pilots who consciously monitor automation, practice manual flying, and stay curious about system behavior maintain a healthier psychological balance.
The Road Ahead: Collaboration, Not Competition
The future of aviation is not about replacing pilots—it’s about evolving the partnership between humans and machines. Artificial intelligence, for example, can help predict failures, optimize fuel use, and even detect pilot fatigue. But in a real crisis, the human element will still be decisive.
For pilots, this means the job is less about wrestling the controls for hours on end and more about being a systems manager, decision-maker, and safety strategist. The skillset is broader, the stakes are higher, and the need for mental agility is greater than ever.
Practical Takeaways for Pilots
- Stay “hands-on” when possible. Practice manual flying during suitable conditions to keep your skills fresh.
- Engage your mind even when systems are stable. Actively monitor, predict, and plan—don’t let automation lull you into passivity.
- Train for the unexpected. Scenario-based training and stress management techniques pay dividends when reality throws a curveball.
- Balance trust in automation with healthy skepticism. Understand its strengths, but always be ready to step in.
- Preserve situational awareness as a habit. Regularly cross-check the aircraft’s state, even when you think you know it.
Final Thoughts
Automation has taken commercial aviation to unprecedented levels of safety and efficiency. But as the systems grow smarter, the human role becomes more critical, not less. The psychology of automation reminds us that the real challenge is not in mastering the machine—it’s in mastering ourselves in an environment where the machine is our constant partner.
The best pilots of the future will be those who embrace technology without losing the mindset, skills, and resilience that have always defined the profession.
Our Advanced Interview Course teaches more than just "how to answer interview questions", it helps you understand you, and includes access to our 16PF questionnaire.
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"I really benefited from Guillaume's experience. He was able to give some practical advice based on the results of the questionnaire. I'm convinced his advice will be very useful during the interview.
I also benefited from this service as it helped me better know myself, which will help me prepare relevant examples for the interview. Definitely worth the investment.
So thank you!"
I also benefited from this service as it helped me better know myself, which will help me prepare relevant examples for the interview. Definitely worth the investment.
So thank you!"
Hello Guillaume, I just had my first airline interview, sorry it’s a long story but I’m sharing my feedback because I think this might be useful for others.
I’ve been flying for 10 years and professionally (not airlines) for 5 years, I’ve been to many ATOs, met many pilots, read books on the subject but never did I understand what the airline interview was all about before following the ASP course, and I thank you for that because it brings so much peace understanding the rules of games.
As I understand it’s not about telling the interviewers what they want to hear by being someone we are not, and it’s not about telling them true stories that has no use for them, but it’s about looking into our past for evidence of the competencies that they are looking for, preparing answers by funneling the key competencies that we have within ourselves and showcase them from past events, discarding irrelevant stuff, thus making their job easier and enhancing a pleasant overall experience.
PS : I just received a positive answer to my interview.
I’ve been flying for 10 years and professionally (not airlines) for 5 years, I’ve been to many ATOs, met many pilots, read books on the subject but never did I understand what the airline interview was all about before following the ASP course, and I thank you for that because it brings so much peace understanding the rules of games.
As I understand it’s not about telling the interviewers what they want to hear by being someone we are not, and it’s not about telling them true stories that has no use for them, but it’s about looking into our past for evidence of the competencies that they are looking for, preparing answers by funneling the key competencies that we have within ourselves and showcase them from past events, discarding irrelevant stuff, thus making their job easier and enhancing a pleasant overall experience.
PS : I just received a positive answer to my interview.
I had already tried AF 2 years ago without specific preparation, result: postponed 2 years, the debriefing did not reveal any really negative points but rather errors in apprehension of the tests.
I took the Psy2 HOP in September and not wanting to make the same mistake, I took an AIC preparation at ASP, I also added a 1:1 interview supplement with Guillaume. Note that I also passed the Wizzair selections which I succeeded (also in September) The 2 selection processes are different but the AIC allowed me to better understand the expectations of recruiters.
For each of the 2 companies, I did a lot of personal work on the operating mode of the companies so as not to get caught during the interviews. As a good student, I thought about the most relevant examples I could give by filling in the boxes in the excel skills table… a bit laborious but it allows you to sort by choosing the most relevant examples.
I focused my examples on recent flights (< 3 years) but not only, especially the flight that marked you the most… there’s only one and it was 15 years ago!
I really appreciated the 16PF and the debriefing is important to understand, I think about 3/4 were common with the brief debriefing done at the end of the individual psy2 interview.
By understanding the philosophy of the individual interview, I did not go there on the defensive (like the first time) but with the spirit of dispelling the doubts they could express and confirm their expectations. For the group tests, for Wizz or Hop, I made sure to be the good second, to give everyone a chance to speak. I did not chase my nature, I just made sure not to be too enthusiastic. In my case the 1:1 interview was very profitable because I wanted to see the adequacy of the questions asked by the recruiter according to the 16PF without forgetting the debriefing that goes with it… It reassured me about my ability to succeed (even if everything is not in my hands!!!)
I also did a lot of work understanding the skills to guide my answers, without distorting the trait but just by explaining more accurately and clearly arguing. As it is explained in the courses, honesty is important and the preparatory work you do will allow you to bring clarity to your words.
I took the Psy2 HOP in September and not wanting to make the same mistake, I took an AIC preparation at ASP, I also added a 1:1 interview supplement with Guillaume. Note that I also passed the Wizzair selections which I succeeded (also in September) The 2 selection processes are different but the AIC allowed me to better understand the expectations of recruiters.
For each of the 2 companies, I did a lot of personal work on the operating mode of the companies so as not to get caught during the interviews. As a good student, I thought about the most relevant examples I could give by filling in the boxes in the excel skills table… a bit laborious but it allows you to sort by choosing the most relevant examples.
I focused my examples on recent flights (< 3 years) but not only, especially the flight that marked you the most… there’s only one and it was 15 years ago!
I really appreciated the 16PF and the debriefing is important to understand, I think about 3/4 were common with the brief debriefing done at the end of the individual psy2 interview.
By understanding the philosophy of the individual interview, I did not go there on the defensive (like the first time) but with the spirit of dispelling the doubts they could express and confirm their expectations. For the group tests, for Wizz or Hop, I made sure to be the good second, to give everyone a chance to speak. I did not chase my nature, I just made sure not to be too enthusiastic. In my case the 1:1 interview was very profitable because I wanted to see the adequacy of the questions asked by the recruiter according to the 16PF without forgetting the debriefing that goes with it… It reassured me about my ability to succeed (even if everything is not in my hands!!!)
I also did a lot of work understanding the skills to guide my answers, without distorting the trait but just by explaining more accurately and clearly arguing. As it is explained in the courses, honesty is important and the preparatory work you do will allow you to bring clarity to your words.
Intervention models provide a real structure and a simple and effective method to refer to in any circumstance.
The advice and examples drawn from Guillaume’s experience bring invaluable added value to the content of the briefing.
The advice and examples drawn from Guillaume’s experience bring invaluable added value to the content of the briefing.
Having followed this course has been a real pleasure. A lot of good advices, concrete examples, and explanations about aviation HR processes.
I am measuring my words but I can tell that knowing all of this can be a game changer into an interview environment. 16PF questionnaire with specialist debriefing is a real added value into this course, I fairly recommend it, it is definitely worth it.
I am measuring my words but I can tell that knowing all of this can be a game changer into an interview environment. 16PF questionnaire with specialist debriefing is a real added value into this course, I fairly recommend it, it is definitely worth it.
Entretien terminé, Assez content, j’ai appliqué tes conseils avec des motivations claires Sans digression, sans contradiction et sans dévalorisation. Niveau question tu as fait un sans faute.
Ils m’ont demandé la communication avec un capitaine, une situation qui me stresse, un vol difficile et l’acceptation de l’erreur, J’ai eu plus de mal à décrire les compétences humaines que je devais continuer à développer mais dans l’ensemble très correcte. Entretien de groupe j’ai pris soin de bien structurer et de partager le lead comme dans les vidéos, Résultat dans 6-8 semaines !
Ils m’ont demandé la communication avec un capitaine, une situation qui me stresse, un vol difficile et l’acceptation de l’erreur, J’ai eu plus de mal à décrire les compétences humaines que je devais continuer à développer mais dans l’ensemble très correcte. Entretien de groupe j’ai pris soin de bien structurer et de partager le lead comme dans les vidéos, Résultat dans 6-8 semaines !
I took the Gold Package.
Regarding Advanced Interview Course, liked how clear, concise, relevant and straight to the point it is. I like the fact that Guillaume knows exactly what he's talking about.
His experience is invaluable!
Regarding Advanced Interview Course, liked how clear, concise, relevant and straight to the point it is. I like the fact that Guillaume knows exactly what he's talking about.
His experience is invaluable!
Having followed Advanced Interview Course version 2 has been a real pleasure. A lot of good advices, concrete examples, and explanations about aviation HR processes.
I am measuring my words but I can't tell that knowing all of this can be a game changer into an interview environment. 16PFquestionnaire with specialist debriefing is a real added value into this course, I truly recommend it, it is definitely worth it.
I am measuring my words but I can't tell that knowing all of this can be a game changer into an interview environment. 16PFquestionnaire with specialist debriefing is a real added value into this course, I truly recommend it, it is definitely worth it.
I liked the explanations about the different types of interviews and what recruiters are looking for in them.
The Key Competencies and examples of related questions allow me to see exactly what to expect and how to orient my speech to allow recruiters to see in me the qualities necessary for the position.
The company info sheets are very well done and the explanations of how to create them for yourself are also good. The 16PF test and the debrief is very useful for orientation as well.
The Key Competencies and examples of related questions allow me to see exactly what to expect and how to orient my speech to allow recruiters to see in me the qualities necessary for the position.
The company info sheets are very well done and the explanations of how to create them for yourself are also good. The 16PF test and the debrief is very useful for orientation as well.
I took the Gold Package, which includes the CV and Cover Letter Course. Part of that, I took a CV and Cover Letter review service.
I appreciated Guillaume’s meticulous revision of my CV and Cover Letter. The patient explanations behind each recommendation and change were helpful in understanding the rationale for the adjustments proposed.
His insightful feedback not only helped me understand how recruiters perceive my CV and cover letter, but also helped me to streamline the information for quick comprehension.
By focusing on quality content and reducing its length, it helped me create application documents that capture attention effectively.
I appreciated Guillaume’s meticulous revision of my CV and Cover Letter. The patient explanations behind each recommendation and change were helpful in understanding the rationale for the adjustments proposed.
His insightful feedback not only helped me understand how recruiters perceive my CV and cover letter, but also helped me to streamline the information for quick comprehension.
By focusing on quality content and reducing its length, it helped me create application documents that capture attention effectively.
January 31, 2025
Hey ASP team,
I just wanted to share some great news—I passed the Air France / Transavia selection, and it’s all thanks to you!
Your program gave me the structure I needed to prepare properly and really helped me understand how recruiters think. The approach of finding personal examples to illustrate key points was a game-changer.
One of the biggest advantages was the personality test. Going through it and then using it in the individual interview made the whole experience feel as close to the real thing as possible.
A special shoutout to Hugo for breaking down my 16PF results and guiding me through my interview prep.
Honestly, I can’t thank you enough. I felt like I had a whole team behind me, and that made all the difference. This success is ours to share—thank you, thank you, thank you!
Dear Guillaume, I want to tell you how happy I’m about finding your platform and courses. It made my preparation so much easier to plan and to undergo. Kind regards.
Dear Guillaume, I hope you’ve been well. I wanted to let you know how happy I am. I just heard back from FlyDubai and I my application was successful. I’d like to thank you for your help. It was instrumental to this positive outcome.
After experiencing failure in a selection process for which I was poorly prepared, I followed the AIC program, which clearly made me understand the expectations of an airline recruiter.
As a result, I arrived well-prepared, ready to answer all the questions, which also allowed me to have confidence in myself, reduce my stress, and therefore present the best image of myself.
As a result, I arrived well-prepared, ready to answer all the questions, which also allowed me to have confidence in myself, reduce my stress, and therefore present the best image of myself.
Despite being already experienced and current on type, I find the content of the Sim Preparation Course very helpful.
For me it was also a good review of everything after having been away from aviation for a while, and very good inputs about common mistkes and how to avoid them.
For me it was also a good review of everything after having been away from aviation for a while, and very good inputs about common mistkes and how to avoid them.
Advanced Interview Course gave me an excellent overview of what will be expected from me during an airline selection. With that in mind and all the simple models, I feel more comfortable entering the room for the interview.
Regarding the Air France selection, the big plus points of this course are for me the 16PF, the experience sheet and the option of a practice 121 interview.
I actually believe that it was easier to fill the experience sheet after having done the 16PF.
I actually believe that it was easier to fill the experience sheet after having done the 16PF.
I like in Advanced Interview Course the fact that Captain Guillaume goes really deep into the discussion and gives me an overall big picture of the hiring process.
I particularly liked module 8 with examples given for tricky questions. I also like that Guillaume is very passionate about his field of work.
The CV and Cover Letter Course was precise, to the point and gave valuable information.
I particularly liked module 8 with examples given for tricky questions. I also like that Guillaume is very passionate about his field of work.
The CV and Cover Letter Course was precise, to the point and gave valuable information.
The whole Advanced Interview Course is very interesting. A real fascination for human resources and recruitment process transpires from each module and make them easy to handle. In a word, I wish I had learned all of this earlier !
The CV and Cover Letter explanations are clear. Each part of CV or CL are viewed step by step and also reminded in a pdf. All examples given are relevant.
I liked the explanations about the different types of interviews and what recruiters are looking for in them. The competency questions and related question examples allow me to see precisely what to expect and how to guide my answers to demonstrate the necessary qualities for the position.
The company information sheets are well done, and the explanations of how to get there are also helpful. The 16PF questionnaire and the debrief are very useful for orientation as well.
The company information sheets are well done, and the explanations of how to get there are also helpful. The 16PF questionnaire and the debrief are very useful for orientation as well.
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November 26, 2024
Going through the Aer Lingus and easyJet selection processes was a real experience. While I didn’t make it through Aer Lingus after reaching the simulator stage, I kept moving forward—and I’m happy to share that I succeeded in the easyJet selection this October!
Looking back, I can’t overstate how important the training I received was. The program wasn’t just about ticking boxes; it provided a structured, comprehensive approach—company knowledge, competency-based questions, simulator prep—you name it. It gave me the framework I needed to go deeper, to really understand how to stand out when it mattered most.
That preparation made all the difference on selection day. To anyone pursuing their dream, I’d say this: invest in your preparation, trust the process, and keep pushing forward.
A huge thank you to Guillaume and the team for creating something so impactful. You helped make this possible!
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Hello Guillaume,
Here's my feedback on my interview. Everything was very similar to what you explain in your courses and in our 1:1 session. My personality inventory highlighted the same points as the 16 PF, no surprises. I can therefore say that the preparation I did with you was very useful in approaching this interview well. I can also add that the questions asked were focused on CRM and teamwork in the cockpit as well as in the cabin. The rest of the questions were very standard. Thank you again for your advice!
January 8, 2025
5/5 for Advanced Interview Course.
I really liked the vision given from a recruiter point of view and how it makes feel that everything makes sense. I understand better the recruitment process. It also gives a very efficient method to identify, classify relevant examples to be used. I think it opened my eyes and gave me a new look on the examples I had prepared : I realized that some of them are very rich and I didn't know that and others are not as useful as I thought as they are just stories and not key competencies proofs. The course can be downloaded and taken offline and that is a very good point, especially when taking it on the train or on stopovers where wifi isn't really good. What would be nice is that when you login again with the device used offline the progression in terms of percentage of checked modules could be synchronized. As a matter of fact, I finished all the modules but only 30% are marked as done.
I really liked the vision given from a recruiter point of view and how it makes feel that everything makes sense. I understand better the recruitment process. It also gives a very efficient method to identify, classify relevant examples to be used. I think it opened my eyes and gave me a new look on the examples I had prepared : I realized that some of them are very rich and I didn't know that and others are not as useful as I thought as they are just stories and not key competencies proofs. The course can be downloaded and taken offline and that is a very good point, especially when taking it on the train or on stopovers where wifi isn't really good. What would be nice is that when you login again with the device used offline the progression in terms of percentage of checked modules could be synchronized. As a matter of fact, I finished all the modules but only 30% are marked as done.
Many thanks !
January 13, 2025
Hi, so, I’ve just completed the CV and Cover Letter Course and I have to say, the videos are really well done! 😊 The step-by-step structure is easy to follow and sticking to the recommended word count really helps when adapting my own cover letter. It makes the process feel a lot more manageable. The same applies to the CV – by following the outlined structure, everything just falls into place naturally, which makes putting together my CV much easier than I expected.
January 22, 2025
One of the things I really love about advanced interview course is the 1:1 interview and the 16PF. It’s not just about preparing for the selection process... Those sessions actually give you a deeper understanding of yourself. It’s like getting a personal insight into your strengths and areas where you could grow which I found really helpful even beyond just preparing for the selection.
February 13, 2025
Hi Guillaume,
Here is my feedback on your AIC course. I recently completed three assessments and passed them all. Every question asked by the psychologist and the board panel was covered in your course.
The way you break down all aspects of an assessment based on your experience is truly insightful. It allows us to know what to expect and prepares us to anticipate any kind of question, especially with the "experience sheet." Combined with the 16PF analysis and the mock interview, it’s a complete game-changer.
Not to mention the CV course, which helped me secure an invitation for all the assessments in the first place!
February 21, 2025
Hello Guillaume,
Just finished my 2nd Stage at Emirates and was successful. Your tips regarding the Simulator helped out, went with high confidence and almost no stress.
I can’t recommend your course enough, hopefully more and more people benefit from it, gonna even use this course as I progress in my career.
Thank you.
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February 28, 2025
The Advanced Interview Course and the 1:1 Interview with Guillaume were a game changer for me. I adquired many tools not only to be prepared for an Airlinie Selection process, but also to understand better the big picture of my role as a pilot.
There is plenty information going around about these matter. But ASP is different. You can see in Guillaume and Hugo specialists that know the matter from inside and can understand your needs and give you the information an advices you need. Guillaume took extra time to help me in the 1:1 interview staying longer after ! I had technical problems with my computer to start the meeting.
Thank you!
March 7, 2025
The CV and Cover Letter Course is direct to the point, exactly how it should be when you write your CV and cover letter, so it sets the tone extremely well.
March 14, 2025
What I liked most about the Sim Preparation Course were the explanations on pitch/power coupling and energy management. I believe this is one of the most important concepts for inexperienced pilots coming out of flight school to understand. The course provides a great overall picture of the classic sim.
March 21, 2025
What I really liked about ASP's CV and Cover Letter Course was the clear explanation of the essential information that should be included in both a CV and a cover letter. I also appreciated the practical examples of do’s and don’ts.
March 28, 2025
I am amazed with how the Advanced Interview Course covers all aspect the aspects of the selection process with relevant examples
April 4, 2025
Before attending the AIC, I had already participated in several traditional interviews (without a sim session) and was in the process of preparing for two hybrid interviews—at Wizz Air and TUI fly Belgium. I was unsure about what was expected in this type of recruitment and how to prepare effectively. The AIC provided exactly what I needed. I’m now looking forward to starting the Sim Preparation Course.
April 11, 2025
In the different scenario of the Advanced Interview Course—whether technical, CRM, SOPs, etc.—we find the same management model, decision-making model, and intervention model being applied. It’s good to know how to articulate these models clearly and understand how they are used across various situations.
I also learnt a lot in the company study section—specifically, where to look, what to read, and how to analyze a company’s specificities and strategies. This really helps in being able to present relevant and thoughtful knowledge to the assessor during the interview.
Finally, the way Guillaume gives his answers to the different interview questions and scenario is incredibly helpful for guiding the study and preparation process.
I also learnt a lot in the company study section—specifically, where to look, what to read, and how to analyze a company’s specificities and strategies. This really helps in being able to present relevant and thoughtful knowledge to the assessor during the interview.
Finally, the way Guillaume gives his answers to the different interview questions and scenario is incredibly helpful for guiding the study and preparation process.
April 18, 2025
Hello Guillaume,
Just a quick note to thank you for the quality and depth of your selection preparation content. I used your courses to prepare for two selections this year—Air France and HOP—and I’m happy to share that I passed both!
The courses “Réussir la sélection pilote AF – Part 1 and 2” were incredibly helpful. They’re well designed and provide a clear, structured understanding of what is expected from candidates. They really helped me focus my preparation and approach the process with confidence.
I also really appreciated the group exercise done via video call, as it was my first time doing one and it gave me valuable insight into what’s expected in a real selection setting.
Thank you again for your support and the excellent resources!
Just a quick note to thank you for the quality and depth of your selection preparation content. I used your courses to prepare for two selections this year—Air France and HOP—and I’m happy to share that I passed both!
The courses “Réussir la sélection pilote AF – Part 1 and 2” were incredibly helpful. They’re well designed and provide a clear, structured understanding of what is expected from candidates. They really helped me focus my preparation and approach the process with confidence.
I also really appreciated the group exercise done via video call, as it was my first time doing one and it gave me valuable insight into what’s expected in a real selection setting.
Thank you again for your support and the excellent resources!
April 25, 2025
Hello Hugo,
I wanted to keep you updated following our very long debrief on the 16PF—I received a positive response from Emerald Airlines! I really want to thank you for the quality of our discussion and for the quality of ASP’s content, as I truly feel it actively contributed to this success.
I still have my final selection with Luxair coming up in about two weeks. It’s known to be very selective, so we’ll see ;)
I wanted to keep you updated following our very long debrief on the 16PF—I received a positive response from Emerald Airlines! I really want to thank you for the quality of our discussion and for the quality of ASP’s content, as I truly feel it actively contributed to this success.
I still have my final selection with Luxair coming up in about two weeks. It’s known to be very selective, so we’ll see ;)
MAY 2, 2025
The Advanced Interview Course is a 5/5 for me. What I like about it is the precision of the information and the connections between them. I also appreciate that the AIC contains a 16PF questionnaire.
MAY 9, 2025
AIC gives a view from a recruiter’s perspective with good examples. The intervention models and decision-making framework made me realize a lot of things I can apply in the interview.
MAY 16, 2024
Sim Preparation Course is very well explained, and the use of real-life examples and experiences makes the content lighter, easier to follow, and easier to understand.
May 23, 2025
What I really liked about this Advanced Interview Course were the personality test and the personalized debrief video—both were incredibly helpful! I also really enjoyed the simulated interview questions in Module 8, especially hearing Guillaume’s example answers.
may 26, 2025
Dear ASP Team,
I’m happy to share that I passed the HOP selection—without even going through the sim! I’m truly grateful for your support. After two failed attempts at Air France (cadet and pro), your training gave me the clarity and structure I needed to succeed this time.
The invaluable insights, interview preparation, and deep understanding of what’s expected from a pilot helped me identify my gaps, strengthen my examples, and walk into the final interview with confidence.
I’ll continue using ASP’s resources for my type rating—and maybe even for a future Air France or captain selection. Thank you for creating such powerful training!
June 2, 2025
I liked the genuine, well-thought-out content in all aspects of the Advanced Interview Course. The setup of pre-recorded videos made e-learning more effective than standard classroom teaching. On top of that, the course structure was thorough and made sense. Very well done! I would strongly recommend this to anyone, from aspiring to experienced pilots. I couldn’t come up with any improvements since it’s already good enough!
June 4, 2025
"To prepare for the 2025 Air France cadet selection, I took the AIC course + CV & cover letter course and review, and 16pf + 1:1 interview with Hugo.
I just received the email informing me I had successfully passed the PSY 2 selection phase, a dream I have been working on since 2018...
The ASP packages really helped to understand the key components of the selection process and its specificities in contrast to a traditional selection (from an engineer point of view).
The CV and cover letter course was also very useful, it helped me avoid major mistakes I had done in a previous attempt in 2020. And to finish, I have to say it was a pleasure to work with Hugo on the 16PF and 1:1 interview. His advices were very helpful, and he had a very human/friendly approach which made it even more pleasant.
What I like the most about the AIC course is the way it is explained what is looked for in a good candidate (the 8 non technical skills), and how you're going to illustrate you definitely possess them."
The CV and cover letter course was also very useful, it helped me avoid major mistakes I had done in a previous attempt in 2020. And to finish, I have to say it was a pleasure to work with Hugo on the 16PF and 1:1 interview. His advices were very helpful, and he had a very human/friendly approach which made it even more pleasant.
What I like the most about the AIC course is the way it is explained what is looked for in a good candidate (the 8 non technical skills), and how you're going to illustrate you definitely possess them."
June 10, 2025
I took the Air France Pack and I’m still currently following the training. So far, I’m satisfied with the lessons learned and the guidance provided to best prepare for these interviews.
June 10, 2025
The Operational Procedures Course was excellent. The material provided in-depth learning on new topics, and at a level I could get to grips with.
For me, the most valuable aspects were:
- Practical scenarios of NN situations in a commercial environment (incl. accident/incident reports)
- Failure management
- Insights into operations and flight management
- Insights into operations and flight management
- Focus on decision making and the role of the PM (Module 5 "Operations" and 6 "Scenarios")
I also found the "Bonus content" exceptional, I feel like I have a much deeper understanding of the pilot role in commercial aviation."
I also found the "Bonus content" exceptional, I feel like I have a much deeper understanding of the pilot role in commercial aviation."
June 16, 2025
The Sim Preparation Course offers solid preparation tips for simulator assessments overall. What I appreciated most was the section on pitch settings.
June 17, 2025
Many thanks, Guillaume, for sharing your experience and advices to how pass an interview. I really appreciated the different models in AIC you explained to go out a difficult situation. It helped me a lot and gave me self assurance in succeeding my assessment. Also, understanding what the recruiter expects from you during different interviews is a great value and gives you a lot of confidence.
June 20, 2025
I like how detailed this Advanced Interview Course is. I really learned a lot from this course and each module has a lot of valuable information. I know exactly what I can expect now and how to prepare for it. As an ab initio, it was also nice to get an idea of what a pilot role really is like.
June 25, 2025
Everything is very detailed in Advanced Interview Course, the content is really useful to understand how a recruitment process works, but not only, to become a better pilot.
I guess what could only be improved... I would love to have an Android App which would help non IOS users watching the videos offline.
I guess what could only be improved... I would love to have an Android App which would help non IOS users watching the videos offline.
June 29, 2025
I absolutely love detailed explanation of everything connected to making a CV and Cover letter. Much appreciated is also editable templates that provide a base to start off with. Thank you for this product.
June 30, 2025
I really appreciate the way Guillaume delivers the material — with passion, clarity, and real-life experience. He focuses on the key points that truly matter for the interview, making his sessions both practical and impactful. I also loved the 1:1 16PF review with Dana — it was absolutely amazing.
JULY 1, 2025
As a newly licensed pilot seeking insight into the airline recruitment process, the Advanced Interview Course was exactly what I needed. It offers a clear and detailed look into what typically happens behind closed doors during airline interviews. Guillaume’s explanations are excellent - grounded in real-life scenarios and easy to relate to your own experiences. I’m extremely grateful to have discovered this course early in my career.
JULY 1, 2025
The Advanced Interview Course allowed me to put in perspective my previous experience and make the best of it in the context of an airline selection preparation. Module 1, 4 and 7 were the best from my point of view.
JULY 5, 2024
ASP course is a very useful training of you want to pass an airline selection. I had chosen AlC with pack Wizz Air. I was not ready because I don't know what was expected in an airline interview but thanks to Guillaume and his course, I felt myself in a great confidence even more after the 1:1 consultation...
Thanks to this consultation and Guillaume advices, I could improve my presentation and be clearer on my examples, I was aware of challenges. And I passed HR Wizz Air interview... With the weapons Guillaume gave me, the Airline interview was easier than expected...
Thanks to this consultation and Guillaume advices, I could improve my presentation and be clearer on my examples, I was aware of challenges. And I passed HR Wizz Air interview... With the weapons Guillaume gave me, the Airline interview was easier than expected...
Thank you very much Guillaume...
July 7, 2025
I really appreciated Guillaume’s real-life examples and his professional approach. It was also eye-opening to learn about models like the intervention model and to gain deeper insight into the mindset of pilots and captains—something we didn’t really cover in detail at flight school. The live sessions are also excellent and incredibly valuable.
July 23, 2025
In Advanced Interview Course, I liked that most of all these advices are from the experienced recruiter who has been on the other side for a long time. It gives an idea what are they looking for and how they assess the candidates. Information about 8 competencies is truly amazing, because you get an idea in which areas you have to develop in order to convince the recruiters that you are the right person. Additionally, 16 PF questionnaire is very useful tool allowing you to analyze your character and work on your weak areas.
july 28, 2025
AIC is a true game changer in regards to airline selection. I feel way more confident and prepared to succeed at my oncoming selection events. With this course you will leave no stone unturned, I promise, and it worths each and every penny!