FEAST Passing Score

What is the FEAST passing score?

There is no single public FEAST passing score that applies to every candidate, every country, and every organization.

FEAST, the First European Air Traffic Controller Selection Test, is used by participating air navigation service providers, academies, universities, and aviation training organizations. Each organization may manage its own recruitment process, score interpretation, pass rules, candidate ranking, and next-stage selection.

This means your result may depend on:

• the organization that invited you
• the FEAST stage you completed
• the recruitment campaign
• local selection policy
• score thresholds
• candidate pool
• training capacity
• whether additional assessments are used
• whether results are ranked or pass/fail
• whether minimum section scores apply

Always follow the official communication from the ANSP, academy, university, or recruiter managing your application.

Is there an official FEAST pass mark?

Candidates often search for a fixed FEAST pass mark, but the official pass mark is usually not publicly stated in a universal way.

You should not assume that:

• every organization uses the same threshold
• every FEAST stage has the same pass rule
• another candidate’s score applies to you
• a practice test score predicts your official result
• passing one section guarantees overall success
• score details will be shared with candidates

The safest assumption is that passing standards are controlled by the organization using FEAST.

Do candidates receive a FEAST score?

Some candidates may receive only a pass or fail result.

Others may receive limited result information, a next-stage invitation, or a general status update. Detailed score breakdowns are not guaranteed.

You may receive:

• pass/fail notification
• invitation to the next stage
• rejection notification
• waiting-list information
• limited feedback
• no detailed score
• no item-level explanation
• no section-by-section breakdown

If you are not given a score, that is not unusual.

Related page: FEAST results

Why the passing score may not be public

FEAST passing scores may not be publicly disclosed for several reasons.

Organizations may want to protect:

• test validity
• selection fairness
• scoring methodology
• candidate data
• local recruitment policy
• confidential thresholds
• comparison between candidates
• item security
• future test reliability

Because FEAST is used for safety-critical recruitment, organizations may limit how much detail candidates receive.

FEAST Part 1 passing score

FEAST Part 1, or FEAST I, is commonly associated with cognitive ability tests and English language testing.

A FEAST Part 1 result may consider areas such as:

• attention
• memory
• spatial reasoning
• logical reasoning
• visual perception
• English comprehension
• instruction accuracy
• speed and accuracy

Some organizations may require candidates to meet a minimum standard to progress to FEAST Part 2 or another selection stage.

However, the exact passing standard is organization-specific.

Related page: FEAST Part 1

FEAST Part 2 passing score

FEAST Part 2, or FEAST II, is commonly associated with more complex multitasking and dynamic tasks.

A FEAST Part 2 result may consider abilities such as:

• multitasking
• dynamic tracking
• prioritization
• rule application
• workload control
• reaction accuracy
• attention switching
• decision-making under pressure
• error recovery

Part 2 may be evaluated differently from Part 1 because it can involve more integrated task performance.

The exact passing rule depends on the organization using FEAST.

Related page: FEAST Part 2

FEAST English passing score

If an English test is included, candidates may need to meet the required English standard for that recruitment process.

English may matter in two ways:

1. Directly, through an English language component.
2. Indirectly, through task instructions, rules, examples, and response conditions.

A candidate who performs well cognitively but misunderstands English instructions may still struggle.

The exact English requirement depends on the organization.

Related page: FEAST English test

FEAST personality test score

The FEAST personality test, often discussed as FEAST III, may not be scored in the same way as a cognitive test.

A personality questionnaire may be used to understand:

• work style
• behavioural tendencies
• consistency
• responsibility
• teamwork
• emotional stability
• stress tolerance
• rule-following
• communication style
• motivation

Some organizations may use personality results as part of selection. Others may use them to support interviews or broader assessment.

Do not assume there is a simple public “passing score” for personality testing.

Related page: FEAST personality test

Is FEAST graded against other candidates?

Some selection processes may use fixed thresholds. Others may consider candidate ranking, training capacity, campaign needs, or additional assessment performance.

Candidates should not assume the scoring method.

Possible selection models include:

• minimum pass threshold
• stage-specific cutoff
• section-level minimums
• combined score profile
• ranking within a candidate group
• pass/fail plus interview review
• score plus personality profile
• score plus simulator or assessment-centre results

The organization managing recruitment decides how FEAST results are used.

Can you pass FEAST but not get selected?

Yes.

Passing FEAST does not always guarantee a training place, job offer, or final selection.

After passing FEAST, candidates may still need to complete:

• FEAST Part 2
• FEAST III personality questionnaire
• interview
• simulator assessment
• group exercise
• psychological assessment
• medical examination
• background checks
• security clearance
• final selection board
• training-seat allocation

A candidate may pass FEAST but not progress if other selection stages, eligibility requirements, or capacity limits apply.

Can you fail one section and still pass?

Do not assume this either way.

Some organizations may require minimum performance in each relevant area. Others may use an overall score profile or different weighting.

Possible models include:

• failing one critical section means not passing
• overall score determines progression
• several section scores are combined
• English has a separate minimum standard
• Part 2 has separate performance requirements
• personality questionnaire is reviewed differently

Candidates usually cannot know the exact internal scoring model unless the organization explains it.

What does a “pass” mean?

A pass usually means you met the organization’s required standard for that stage of the selection process.

It may mean:

• you can continue to the next stage
• you met a minimum score threshold
• your profile is acceptable for further assessment
• you are eligible for interview or Part 2
• you are still under consideration

It does not always mean final selection.

What does a “fail” mean?

A fail usually means you did not meet the required standard for that stage or campaign.

It may mean:

• you cannot continue in the current campaign
• you must wait before reapplying
• you may be restricted from retaking
• you need to check retake rules
• you may apply to another organization only if eligible
• you may need to improve weak areas before any future attempt

A fail does not necessarily mean you can never become an air traffic controller, but it may affect your current application.

Related page: Can you retake FEAST?

Why practice scores do not equal FEAST scores

Practice test scores are useful for training, but they do not predict official FEAST results reliably.

Practice scores may differ because:

• practice tasks are not official FEAST
• timing may be different
• difficulty may be different
• scoring may be different
• the interface may be different
• official thresholds are not public
• your test-day stress may be different
• your organization may use different modules
• your result may depend on several stages

Use practice scores to identify weak areas, not to estimate an official pass mark.

Related page: FEAST practice test

How to improve your chance of passing

You cannot control the official pass score, but you can improve your preparation.

Focus on:

• reading official instructions carefully
• using official familiarization materials if available
• practicing attention
• practicing working memory
• improving spatial reasoning
• improving English comprehension
• practicing multitasking
• building reaction accuracy
• adding timing gradually
• reviewing mistakes
• sleeping properly before the test

Related page: How to prepare for FEAST

Do not chase a secret score

Trying to find a secret FEAST score threshold is usually not useful.

It can lead to:

• anxiety
• misleading expectations
• overconfidence
• reliance on forums
• wasted preparation time
• unethical content searches
• false assumptions about readiness

A better strategy is to train the underlying abilities and perform as well as possible.

What to ask your recruiter

If you need clarification, ask practical questions rather than asking for confidential scoring details.

Useful questions include:

Will candidates receive pass/fail results only, or detailed feedback?
When should candidates expect results?
What is the next stage after passing?
Are retakes allowed if a candidate does not pass?
How long are FEAST results valid?

The recruiter may not be able to disclose internal thresholds.

Sample message about FEAST score reporting

Use a short professional message if needed.

Subject: FEAST result information

Hello,

I am scheduled to take FEAST on [date]. Could you please confirm whether candidates receive a pass/fail result only, or whether any score feedback is provided after the assessment?

Thank you,
[Name]

Use the official contact method provided by your recruiter.

Common FEAST passing score mistakes

Avoid these mistakes:

• assuming there is one universal pass mark
• trusting forum score claims
• treating practice scores as official predictions
• assuming another candidate’s result applies to you
• thinking passing FEAST guarantees a job
• assuming all sections are weighted equally
• ignoring English preparation
• ignoring Part 2 preparation
• preparing only for score instead of skill
• using leaked or unauthorized content

The safest strategy is structured, ethical preparation.

What to verify officially

Before taking FEAST or interpreting your result, verify:

• whether you are invited to FEAST
• which stage you are taking
• whether English testing is included
• when results will be communicated
• whether scores or feedback are provided
• what happens if you pass
• what happens if you do not pass
• whether retakes are allowed
• whether results expire
• whether results are shared
• who to contact with questions

If this guide conflicts with your ANSP, recruiter, academy, university, EUROCONTROL, or official test-session instructions, follow the official source.

Bottom line

There is no universal public FEAST passing score that applies to every candidate.

Passing rules, thresholds, score reporting, next steps, and retake eligibility are controlled by the organization that invited you to test. Instead of chasing a secret score, focus on preparing the skills FEAST may assess and follow official instructions carefully.

Preparation resources

Free orientation should stay realistic about what your recruiting organization actually uses. Paid catalogs vary by pathway, so match modules to your official instructions before spending money.

You may compare these catalog corners from the same publisher (none are official EUROCONTROL or employer materials): FEAST 2–oriented notes, FAA ATSA–oriented prep for cross-pathway research, and general ATC aptitude pages. Publisher: JobTestPrep.

You may also find our JobTestPrep FEAST Review helpful before buying.

Frequently asked questions