Riyadh Air
Interview Process
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Please note these are notified as feedback from previous applicants, these may change at any time. Always be prepared!
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Riyadh Air pilot interview prep will be updated as more people go through the process. For now here’s an overview of what you might expect:
| Phase | Description | Key Focus Areas | Duration/Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Application & Shortlisting | Submission of detailed aviation resume, flight logs, licenses, and personal documents. Initial screening based on eligibility criteria. | Flight hours, type ratings, licenses, professional history, compliance with minimums. | Initial screening, potentially followed by an online questionnaire. |
| 2. Online Assessments | First phase after shortlisting, typically includes remote evaluations. | Technical knowledge (aircraft systems, performance, general aviation principles), Psychometric evaluations (cognitive skills, decision-making, stress management). | Not explicitly stated, but typically completed remotely. |
| 3. Simulator Evaluations | Candidates who pass online assessments are invited to flight simulator sessions. | Multi-crew operations, engine-out procedures, abnormal systems management, Crew Resource Management (CRM) performance under pressure. | Varies, typically a single session. |
| 4. HR Interviews & Team Fit Assessments | Follows successful simulator performance. Panel interviews with HR and potentially Chief Pilot. | Communication skills, leadership potential, adaptability to SOPs, alignment with Riyadh Air’s service vision, cultural fit. | Varies, typically 1-2 hours. |
| Overall Hiring Process | From initial application to final offer. | Comprehensive evaluation of professional, technical, and cultural standards. | 2-4 months (depending on assessment availability, simulator scheduling, document processing). |
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Please note these are notified as feedback from previous applicants, these may change at any time. Always be prepared!
HR/Panel Interview
Please note these are notified as feedback from previous applicants, these may change at any time. Always be prepared!
Techincal Interview
Please note these are notified as feedback from previous applicants, these may change at any time. Always be prepared!
Simulator Assessment
Please note these are notified as feedback from previous applicants, these may change at any time. Always be prepared!