The first phase of FEAST aims at measuring your basic skills and abilities in decision-making, logical reasoning, visual perception, attention, multi-tasking and spatial orientation. This phase also includes a test on your English language knowledge.
All tests are computer-based and therefore the use of a keyboard and a mouse will be required. It will take approximately 2 ½ hours to take the web based tests. There will be a 10 minute break during the test session.

The tests will be demanding in terms of concentration. Resilience and perseverance will be required. Therefore, you should only attend the testing in a good physical and mental condition. Please be aware that some medications can have a negative effect on the ability to concentrate. If you are in doubt about the effect of any such medications, you should seek medical advice and declare it beforehand. Although most applicants are normally nervous before any such event, it has been shown that a relaxed and composed attitude will be most helpful when approaching the tests.
During the day of the testing you will be welcomed by a test administrator who will guide you through the day and explain to you everything you need to know before you actually start the tests.

Every test will be preceded by an introduction which explains the principles of the test and which gives example items and solutions. You will get an opportunity to answer a sample question to make sure you know what is being asked of you. Some tests will use a multiple-choice format, i.e. you will receive a number of solutions to choose from. Only one solution will be the correct one. In other tests, you will be required to react as quickly as possible. In general, you should always try to work as quickly and precisely as possible. It is also important to note that you might not be able to answer all items in all tests. This should not discourage you as it does not necessarily mean that you have failed the test.

It is important to note that each candidate sits the tests under the same conditions and with the same instruction. You may therefore rest assured that all applicants are treated equally and fairly.

Selection test in phase 1 is administrated at dedicated test facilities in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Malmö, Oslo and Trondheim. The test is built on an Internet platform in a fully secure site, the test can only be accessed by authorised and trained test administrators. The scoring procedures of the test are fully computerized and the test is evaluated automatically. The test data is stored on a secure EUROCONTROL central server accessible by authorised personnel.

Applicants with the highest scores in phase 1, typically the top 30 per cent, are invited to take part in selection phase 2.