In addition to training cadets for the needs of the Polish Armed Forces, the PAFU also conducts the assessment of candidates to identify the characteristics necessary for military pilots. This is done immediately after the aviation medical examinations but before the entrance exams that are required for the start of the training. Because of today’s stringent requirements for selection to military aviation training, and the addition of the EASA-compliant MCC or JOC training, a new training platform was needed. In 2022, the search started for a multi-module trainer which could not only deliver Medium JET, SEP, MEP training, but which also had the capability of calibrating the potential talent of the candidates. This led to the choice of the ALSIM Selection Tool. It’s really critical not only are piloting technique skills assessed but the focus is also on psychomotor aspects, including attention division, coordination, perception or reaction time.
Lt. col Tomasz SŁOMCZYŃSKI
Commander of the Flying Training Group.
LAW - Polish Air Force Academy