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Predictive Power of Assessment for Flight Crew Selection

January 10, 2020 Aon's Assessment Solutions

Predictive Power of Assessment for Flight Crew Selection

This white paper examines the different characteristics required by flight crew members and explains how to assess for these attributes at the early stages of the recruitment process.

Building on existing research and empirical findings from our studies, this white paper introduces a new competency model that meets the needs of airline recruiters.

Aon assists many aviation organizations in their online assessment processes. Visit our website to learn more.

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