All Nippon Airways Pilot Recruitment Process 2026
Everything you need to know about the All Nippon Airways pilot hiring process, from application to final assessment. Updated 2026-08-22.
All Nippon Airways screens with an aptitude battery before a human reads your application.
Sit a timed practice paper free — no account. Scored on pace as well as accuracy, because pace is what the real battery culls on.
Where are you with All Nippon Airways?
Selection runs on its own timetable, and what helps depends entirely on where you are in it. Tell us, and what we send you matches that — nothing else.
| Hiring status | Seasonal |
|---|---|
| Country / Region | Japan · Asia-Pacific |
| Bases | 2 bases · NRT, HND |
| Fleet types | A320/321neo, A380-800, B737-800, B767-300 +2 more |
| Contract type | Permanent employment (Japanese labor law) |
| Type ratings accepted | B737, B767, B777, B787, A320, A321, A380 |
| Assessment stages | 5 stages · 4-step pipeline |
How to Apply: All Nippon Airways Pilot Application Process
The All Nippon Airways pilot selection pipeline runs 4 steps from initial application through to first day of training. Here is exactly what to expect at each stage.
- 1
Online Application
2-4 weeksApply through ANA pilot recruitment (seasonal openings).
- 2
Written Tests
1 dayEnglish and aptitude examinations.
- 3
Simulator & Interview
1 daySim assessment and panel interview in Tokyo.
- 4
Training
10-14 weeksType rating at ANA training center.
Assessment Stages: What All Nippon Airways Tests
1. Online Application & Screening
Initial review of qualifications, flight hours, certificates, and background.
Preparation Tips
- Ensure logbook is accurate and up to date
- Have all certificates scanned and ready
- Tailor your CV to airline operations
2. Aptitude & Psychometric Testing
Computer-based tests measuring cognitive ability, multi-tasking, spatial awareness, and personality traits.
Preparation Tips
- Practice with COMPASS or PILAPT test preparation
- Work on mental math speed
- Get adequate sleep before test day
3. Simulator Assessment
Fixed-base or full-motion simulator session evaluating hand-flying, instrument skills, and multi-crew coordination.
Preparation Tips
- Practice raw-data instrument approaches
- Brief out loud as you would with a real crew
- Manage workload verbally
4. Panel / HR Interview
Competency-based interview with senior pilots and HR covering behavioral scenarios, motivation, and airline knowledge.
Preparation Tips
- Use STAR method for behavioral answers
- Research the airline thoroughly
- Prepare 8-10 strong aviation anecdotes
5. Medical & Background
Class 1 medical examination and comprehensive background verification.
Preparation Tips
- Disclose all medical history honestly
- Bring all documentation to the medical exam
- Ensure your record is clean
All Nippon Airways Pilot Interview Questions
Recent All Nippon Airways pilot candidates report these questions appearing in their panel and HR interviews. Use STAR-format (Situation, Task, Action, Result) responses and have 8-10 aviation anecdotes ready.
- Q1
Why ANA?
- Q2
Describe experience with Japanese culture.
- Q3
Why do you want to fly for this airline specifically?
- Q4
Tell me about a time you went above and beyond for safety.
- Q5
How do you handle fatigue management during long duty periods?
Minimum Requirements
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Licence | JCAB ATPL, or an ICAO licence convertible to JCAB |
| Medical | Class 1 |
| Language | Japanese is used operationally. ANA publishes no language threshold for foreign applicants outside a campaign. |
| Flight time | ANA states hour requirements with each recruitment campaign rather than as a standing figure, and they differ by seat and by fleet. Read the live posting — a single number quoted for ANA is a guess. |
Fleet You Could Fly at All Nippon Airways
6 aircraft types currently operated
Type ratings accepted at application
Holding one of these ratings can accelerate the hiring pipeline.
All Nippon Airways Pilot Bases (2)
Available pilot bases — bid by seniority
Insider Tips for All Nippon Airways Applicants
Japanese language required for most positions
Exceptional operational standards
Modern fleet centered on B787
Knowing the All Nippon Airways process is step one. Being ready for the stages that actually cut people is step two.
Before a human reads your application there is an aptitude battery, and candidates consistently report it as the heaviest cull — pace, not difficulty. You can practise it here for free: timed papers generated fresh each run, plus a divided-attention drill that measures how much your performance degrades under load.
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