Alliance Airlines
Interview Process
(updated: Jan 2024)
Please note these are notified as feedback from previous applicants, these may change at any time. Always be prepared!
Preparing for a pilot interview is a crucial step in your journey to becoming a successful pilot. Our Alliance Airlines pilot interview prep can greatly help boost your confidence. The interview process can be rigorous and competitive, but with the right preparation, you can set yourself apart from other candidates. One of the most effective ways to prepare is by familiarizing yourself with common pilot interview questions. Understanding what to expect will not only boost your confidence but also help you articulate your experiences and qualifications more effectively.
Practice questions are an invaluable tool during this preparation phase. Consider scenarios that test both your technical knowledge and interpersonal skills, as interviewers often seek insights into how you handle pressure and teamwork in the cockpit. By rehearsing these practice questions, you’ll develop concise and compelling responses that reflect your expertise.
Remember, the goal of these interviews is not just to assess your flying skills but also to gauge your fit within their team culture. Approach each practice session with seriousness and dedication; it’s an investment in your future as a pilot. With thorough preparation, you’ll walk into that interview room ready to impress and demonstrate why you’re the ideal candidate for the job.
The interview is usually conducted with one HR representative and one Pilot representative.
Prior to the interview you will be sent a written form to fill out which in the past has contained the questions which you can download a PDF here
HR/Panel Interview
- Tell us a bit about yourself?
- Why do you want to work for Alliance?
- When have you worked with someone difficult and how did you deal with it?
- How will you cope coming from your current role to a narrow body jet?
- When have you been under pressure?
- When have you had a conflict with another person at work?
- What is your notice period?
- Do you have any holidays planned in the next 12 months?
- Tell us about you and your career to date?
- Why should we employ you over the others?
- What can you bring to Alliance?
- If we were to contact someone you know how would they describe your strengths and one weakness that could need improving?
- What steps are you taking to manage that weakness?
- You've been in leadership roles. What makes a good leader and / or pilot?
- How do you handle working with someone at work who you don't get along with or isn't a team player?