FEAST Results

FEAST results: what should you expect?

FEAST results are usually communicated by the air navigation service provider, academy, university, recruiter, or aviation organization that invited you to take the test.

There is no single universal result process for every FEAST candidate.

Depending on the organization, you may receive:

• an immediate result
• a delayed result
• a pass or fail notification
• an invitation to the next stage
• limited score information
• no detailed breakdown
• retake information
• waiting-list information
• rejection communication
• instructions for interviews or additional assessments

Always follow the official communication from the organization managing your selection process.

Who controls FEAST results?

FEAST, the First European Air Traffic Controller Selection Test, is a test battery used by participating air navigation service providers, academies, universities, and aviation training organizations.

Although FEAST is associated with EUROCONTROL, individual user organizations usually manage their own recruitment processes.

That means the organization that invited you may decide:

• how results are communicated
• when results are sent
• whether candidates receive detailed scores
• what score is required
• whether candidates progress to the next stage
• whether retakes are allowed
• how long results remain valid
• whether results are shared with other organizations

Do not assume another candidate’s result process applies to you.

When do FEAST results come out?

FEAST result timing can vary.

Some candidates may receive feedback shortly after testing. Others may wait days or weeks, depending on the organization, campaign size, internal review process, and next-stage scheduling.

Possible timelines include:

• same day
• within a few days
• within one or two weeks
• after all candidates in a campaign have tested
• only after recruiter review
• only when next-stage invitations are ready

If your invitation or recruiter email gives a result timeline, use that as your main reference.

Do you get a FEAST score?

You may or may not receive a detailed score.

Some organizations may only tell candidates whether they passed or did not pass. Others may provide more information, but detailed score breakdowns are not guaranteed.

You might receive:

• pass or fail only
• stage completion status
• invitation to the next stage
• general result category
• limited feedback
• no item-level explanation
• no exact score

Candidates often want to know exactly which task they missed, but that level of detail may not be provided.

What does passing FEAST mean?

Passing FEAST usually means you met the required standard for the stage or process used by the organization that tested you.

However, passing FEAST does not always mean you have a job offer.

After passing, you may still need to complete:

• FEAST Part 2
• FEAST III personality questionnaire
• interviews
• simulator assessment
• group exercise
• psychological assessment
• medical screening
• background checks
• eligibility verification
• training-place allocation
• final selection board

FEAST is often one part of a broader ATC selection process.

What happens after passing FEAST Part 1?

After passing FEAST Part 1, possible next steps include:

• invitation to FEAST Part 2
• invitation to another cognitive or practical assessment
• English verification
• waiting for scheduling
• personality questionnaire
• interview invitation
• no immediate next step until the campaign progresses

The exact process depends on the ANSP, academy, university, or recruiter.

Related page: FEAST Part 1

What happens after passing FEAST Part 2?

After passing FEAST Part 2, possible next steps include:

• FEAST III personality questionnaire
• interview
• simulator exercise
• assessment centre
• psychological assessment
• medical examination
• security or eligibility checks
• final selection review
• waiting list
• offer of training place, if all requirements are met

Passing FEAST Part 2 is a strong step, but the overall process may still continue.

Related page: FEAST Part 2

What happens after the FEAST personality test?

If a FEAST personality test or work-style questionnaire is included, the organization may use it in different ways.

It may support:

• selection decisions
• interview discussion
• psychological review
• candidate fit assessment
• risk-factor screening
• broader profile evaluation

Some organizations may treat it as part of pass/fail selection. Others may use it alongside interviews or additional assessments.

Related page: FEAST personality test

What does failing FEAST mean?

Not passing FEAST means you did not meet the required standard for that organization’s selection process at that time.

It does not necessarily mean:

• you could never become an air traffic controller
• you failed every possible ATC selection process
• your abilities cannot improve
• you performed badly on every section
• you are permanently blocked from all future applications

However, it may affect your eligibility to continue in that recruitment campaign and may trigger retake restrictions.

Always check the official retake policy.

Can you see which section you failed?

Often, candidates do not receive a detailed breakdown.

You may not be told whether the issue was:

• attention
• memory
• spatial reasoning
• English
• multitasking
• reaction accuracy
• dynamic tracking
• personality questionnaire
• overall score
• stage-specific threshold

If you are given feedback, use it carefully. If you are not given feedback, reflect on your own experience and prepare broadly before any future attempt.

Why results may take time

FEAST results may take time for several reasons.

The organization may need to:

• process candidate data
• review scores
• compare candidates within a campaign
• apply local selection rules
• schedule next-stage assessments
• check eligibility
• coordinate with recruitment teams
• wait until all candidates have completed testing
• prepare official communication

A delay does not automatically mean a pass or fail.

Should you contact the recruiter about results?

Contact the recruiter only when appropriate.

Check your official invitation first. It may say when results will be available or when not to contact the organization.

A reasonable approach:

• wait until the stated result window has passed
• use the official contact email or portal
• keep your message short and polite
• include your candidate ID if required
• avoid demanding detailed scores if the policy does not provide them

Do not send repeated messages before the expected result date.

Sample message asking about FEAST results

Use a short, professional message if the result window has passed.

Subject: FEAST result status

Hello,

I completed my FEAST assessment on [date]. I wanted to ask whether there is any update on the result timeline or next steps.

My candidate reference is [reference], if needed.

Thank you,
[Name]

Only send this if it fits your official process.

Do FEAST results expire?

FEAST result validity can vary.

Some organizations may consider results valid for a certain period. Others may require candidates to retest for a new recruitment campaign. Some may have local policies about whether results can be reused.

Factors may include:

• ANSP policy
• country
• recruitment campaign
• stage completed
• result age
• candidate category
• previous application history
• whether results are shared between organizations

You should verify validity with the organization that tested you.

Are FEAST results shared between ANSPs?

Result-sharing rules can vary.

Some organizations may have access to previous FEAST records or may ask whether you have taken FEAST before. Others may operate with different policies.

Do not assume your result is automatically private to one campaign or automatically transferable to another.

If you apply to another organization, answer questions about previous FEAST attempts honestly.

Can you retake FEAST after failing?

Retake rules vary by organization.

Some organizations may allow retakes after a waiting period. Others may limit retakes, restrict reapplication, or apply different rules depending on the stage failed.

Retake eligibility may depend on:

• country
• ANSP policy
• stage failed
• time since previous attempt
• number of previous attempts
• recruitment campaign rules
• candidate category
• result validity period

Related page: Can you retake FEAST?

What to do if you pass FEAST

If you pass, do not stop paying attention to the process.

Next steps may require preparation.

You should:

• read the next-stage invitation carefully
• confirm dates and logistics
• continue light cognitive practice if useful
• prepare for interviews if scheduled
• prepare documents
• check medical or eligibility requirements
• avoid sharing protected test content
• keep communication professional
• protect sleep before the next stage

Passing one stage is progress, not the end of the process.

What to do if you do not pass FEAST

If you do not pass, take time to process the result calmly.

Then:

• read the official result email carefully
• check retake or reapplication rules
• note any feedback provided
• write down what felt difficult while you still remember
• identify likely weak areas
• avoid blaming one task without evidence
• make a structured improvement plan
• consider other ATC recruitment routes if available
• avoid leaked-content shortcuts

Not passing is disappointing, but it can still provide useful information.

How to reflect after FEAST

After the test, write down your experience while it is fresh.

Ask:

• Which sections felt strongest?
• Which sections felt weakest?
• Did time pressure affect me?
• Did I misunderstand instructions?
• Did English slow me down?
• Did I lose focus?
• Did multitasking overwhelm me?
• Did spatial tasks feel difficult?
• Did I recover after mistakes?
• Did fatigue affect performance?

This reflection can help if you are allowed to retake or apply elsewhere.

Do not overinterpret your feelings

Candidates often misjudge their performance.

A section that felt difficult may still have gone well. A section that felt easy may include hidden errors.

Do not assume:

• “I felt bad, so I failed.”
• “I felt good, so I passed.”
• “One mistake ruined everything.”
• “A delay means rejection.”
• “Fast completion means high score.”

Wait for official results.

FEAST results and interviews

Passing FEAST may lead to an interview or assessment centre.

Interview topics may include:

• motivation for ATC
• understanding of the role
• teamwork
• stress management
• decision-making
• communication
• responsibility
• learning from mistakes
• safety awareness
• availability and eligibility

If you receive an interview invitation, prepare for that stage specifically.

FEAST results and medical screening

Some ATC selection processes include medical screening after aptitude testing.

Medical requirements can be strict and may include vision, hearing, general health, medication history, and other factors depending on the country and role.

Do not assume passing FEAST means all other requirements are automatically satisfied.

Follow official medical instructions.

FEAST results and final selection

FEAST may be one part of final selection.

Final decisions may consider:

• FEAST performance
• interview results
• simulator or assessment-centre performance
• personality questionnaire
• medical fitness
• eligibility
• language requirements
• background checks
• number of training places
• campaign ranking

A candidate can pass FEAST and still not receive an immediate training offer if other stages or capacity limits apply.

Common misunderstandings about FEAST results

Misunderstanding: passing FEAST guarantees a job

Passing FEAST usually means you progressed in selection. It does not always guarantee employment or a training place.

Misunderstanding: failing FEAST means you can never become an ATC

Not necessarily. Retake and reapplication rules vary.

Misunderstanding: every candidate gets a detailed score

Not always. Some organizations provide limited feedback only.

Misunderstanding: results are always immediate

No. Timing varies by organization and campaign.

Misunderstanding: another candidate’s threshold applies to you

Not necessarily. Local policies and processes can differ.

How to prepare while waiting for results

While waiting, avoid obsessive checking.

If you may progress, use light preparation:

• review your test experience
• keep cognitive skills warm
• prepare documents
• learn about the next stage
• review interview basics
• maintain normal routine
• avoid sharing protected content

Do not start intense preparation based only on assumptions. Wait for official next-stage instructions.

Ethical conduct after FEAST

After FEAST, do not share confidential content.

Avoid posting:

• exact questions
• screenshots
• task descriptions that violate rules
• answer keys
• protected instructions
• interface details
• confidential candidate material

You can discuss general preparation skills without disclosing protected test content.

Integrity remains important after the test.

What to verify officially

For FEAST results, verify:

• when results will be communicated
• how results will be sent
• whether scores or feedback are provided
• whether you passed the relevant stage
• what the next step is
• whether retakes are allowed
• whether results expire
• whether results can be reused
• whether results are shared
• who to contact with questions

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

Bottom line

FEAST results are controlled by the organization that invited you to test. Result timing, score details, pass rules, next steps, and retake eligibility can vary.

Wait for official communication, avoid overinterpreting how the test felt, do not share protected content, and follow the next instructions carefully whether you pass or do not pass.

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