Pilot Aptitude Tests - Study Guides & Practice Tests (2026)

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The Pilot Aptitude Test is a structured assessment used by airlines and aviation organizations to identify candidates with the skills and mindset needed for pilot training. It evaluates key abilities that matter in real cockpit environments — including problem-solving, spatial awareness, and decision-making under pressure.

Most pilot aptitude tests are provided by leading assessment companies such as SHL and cut-e.

Pilot aptitude tests are typically timed, standardized, and made up of multiple-choice questions. The exam is divided into several sections, each targeting a different competency required for success in pilot training.

Depending on the airline or program, the assessment may include:

Numerical Reasoning – Your ability to interpret data and solve math-based problems
Verbal Reasoning – Understanding written information and drawing logical conclusions
Abstract Reasoning – Identifying patterns and solving problems using shapes and designs
Spatial Awareness – Visualizing and manipulating objects in 3D space
Technical Comprehension – Understanding aviation-related terminology, principles, and procedures
Personality Assessment – Measuring traits such as communication, leadership, and stress resilience

The sample questions below don't include all the different types you may face in the test, but most of them. If you want to practice more types of questions, you can check out our Pilot Aptitude Test PrepPack.

Sample Question - Numerical Reasoning

The total cost of an electric bill is $318.00. If a 6% tax, which is added to the cost of the electricity, is included in the $318.00, how much did the electricity cost before tax?

A. $337.08

B. 19.08$

C. $300

D. $298.92

View Explanation

The bill was for $318, including a 6% tax. Notice that 6% is added to the net cost - that is, the tax is not 6% of 318, but 318 is 106% of the electricity cost. This means 318 is (106/100) = 1.06 times the net electricity cost.

In order to isolate electricity, we will divide each side by 1.06.

That means that:

Electricity × 1.06 = 318
318 ÷ 1.06 =
(318 ÷ 106) × 100 =
3 × 100 =
300

💡 Solving tip
Before trying to solve the question, it may be helpful to first look at the answer choices. Notice that according to answer A the price without tax ($337.08) is higher than the price with tax ($318). Since this cannot be, answer A can be eliminated.

According to answer B, the price without tax ($19.02) is almost $300 less than the price with tax ($318). We know that 6% of 19.02 cannot be anywhere near 298.92, and we can therefore eliminate answer B.

The remaining answer choices are very close, $298.92 and $300. Instead of dividing 318/1.06, we can multiply one of these two answer choices by 1.06 and see if we get 318.
We will check 300, as it is a much more comfortable number to work with.

300 × 1.06
= (3 × 100) × (106 ÷ 100)
=3 × 106
=3 × 100 + 3 × 6
= 300 + 18 =
318

300 is, therefore, the correct answer. Notice that if we had first multiplied 298.92×1.06, we would have gotten 316.8552. We could have then eliminated answer D and concluded answer C was the correct answer without checking it.

Sample Question - Verbal Reasoning

Three travellers - John, Kate, and Lenny - came back from three trips to the following countries: Mauritania, Nepal, Oman, Peru and Qatar. The countries each of them visited must be consistent with the following rules and conditions:

Each country was travelled by at least one of the travellers.
Each traveller took only one trip during which he or she travelled to only two or three different countries.
Only one traveller travelled to Qatar.
Every traveller who travelled to Mauritania also travelled to Nepal.
A traveller who travelled to Qatar did not travel to Peru.
John travelled to all the countries Kate travelled to.

If Lenny did not travel to Qatar, which statement cannot be true?

A. Lenny travelled to Peru.

B. Lenny travelled to Oman.

C. John travelled to Mauritania.

D. Kate travelled to Mauritania.

E. Kate travelled to three different countries.

View Explanation

The correct answer to this question is the only response that is not possible. This means that the four wrong answer choices are at least possible, if not necessarily true.

If Lenny did not travel to Qatar, and according to the derivatives Kate cannot travel to Qatar, then the traveler who must have traveled to Qatar is John. Since a traveler who traveled to Qatar cannot travel to Peru (q → ~p), John did not travel to Peru, and therefore Kate also did not travel to Peru (~J → ~K). Therefore, the traveler who must have traveled to Peru is Lenny.

The general setup for this question is:

	m	n	o	p	q
J					x
K
L				x

The following setup shows that responses (a) through (d) are possible, and are therefore not the correct answers:

	m	n	o	p	q
J	x	x			x
K	x	x
L			x	x

Note: after eliminating answers (a) through (d), checking answer (e) is redundant – it must be the correct answer.Answer (e)- If Kate travelled to three countries, then John must have travelled to the same countries as Kate (K → J). In addition to the countries Kate visited, Qatar has also been travelled by John. This means that John visited 4 countries, in contradiction to the rules ('each traveller visited 2 or 3 countries'). Therefore, the information in the response cannot be true.

So, "Kate travelled to three different countries" cannot be true- which is why E is the correct answer.

Our prep pack includes dozens of practice tests covering all the different types of questions in the test. With our practice, you can master the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in your assessment, reduce stress on test day, and increase your chances of success.

How to Pass the Pilot Aptitude Test: 7 Smart Prep Tips

• ✦ • Start Early • ✦ •

Give yourself time to improve — not just “review.”
Our PrepPack includes targeted practice tests + study guides to kickstart your prep fast.

• ✦ • Know the Test Inside Out • ✦ •

Get comfortable with the question types and structure before test day.
Confidence comes from familiarity.

• ✦ • Train Under Timed Conditions • ✦ •

This test is a race against the clock.
Practice with a timer so your speed matches your skill.

• ✦ • Fix Weak Spots First • ✦ •

Don’t waste time on what you already know.
Focus on the areas costing you points — with guided practice and feedback.

• ✦ • Stay Calm Under Pressure • ✦ •

Performance drops when stress rises.
Use quick techniques like deep breathing or visualization to stay sharp.

• ✦ • Brush Up on Aviation Basics • ✦ •

Technical questions often include aviation terminology and concepts.
A little prep here can score you easy points.

• ✦ • Read Instructions Like a Pilot • ✦ •

Small mistakes = big penalties.
Follow instructions carefully and double-check before submitting.

The pilot aptitude test can vary in length, depending on the specific organization administering the exam. Typically, the test can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours to complete.

The pilot aptitude test typically consists of multiple-choice questions and is divided into several sections, each of which assesses a different area of competency. These sections may include numerical reasoning, verbal reasoning, spatial awareness, technical comprehension, and personality assessment.

The policies regarding retaking the pilot aptitude test vary among different organizations. Some may allow candidates to retake the exam after a certain period of time, while others may have stricter rules regarding retakes. It's best to check with the specific organization you're applying to for their retake policy.

The pilot aptitude test is a critical step in the pilot training process, and success on the exam is essential for aspiring pilots who want to pursue a career in aviation. The test results are often used as a key factor in evaluating candidates for pilot training programs, so it's important to prepare thoroughly and aim for a high score.

Pilot Aptitude Test - Course Pack & Practice Questions [2026]

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