MATS · Eurocontrol FEAST
Applying to Malta Air Traffic Services?
Malta Air Traffic Services (MATS) provides ATC at Malta International Airport and across Maltese airspace. Despite its small size, Malta manages a disproportionately high volume of traffic given its position as a major Mediterranean tourist destination and an important hub between Europe and North Africa.
MATS uses the Eurocontrol FEAST battery for trainee controller selection. Malta's English-speaking population and its use of English as the primary ATC language make it a natural fit for FEAST, which is administered in English.
The high traffic density at Malta International — particularly during peak summer season — demands strong situational awareness and multitasking ability. These are directly assessed in the FEAST I cognitive battery.
ATC Practice's full-length practice tests across Spatial, Numerical, Logical and Situational Judgement give Malta candidates comprehensive preparation for FEAST selection.
What's included in ATC Practice
Spatial Reasoning
40 questions · 20 min
Numerical Reasoning
40 questions · 20 min
Logical Reasoning
40 questions · 20 min
Situational Judgement
35 questions · 25 min
NDB Direction
24 questions
Switch — Dual Task
6 rounds
MATS — common questions
Is English widely used in Maltese ATC?
Yes — English is the primary language of ATC in Malta, both for pilot communications and internally. FEAST is administered in English, making preparation straightforward for English-speaking Maltese candidates.
About the FEAST test
What does the FEAST test measure?
FEAST I measures the core cognitive aptitudes required for successful ATC training: spatial reasoning, numerical ability, logical/abstract reasoning, multitasking, memory and situational judgement. These are proven predictors of ATC performance identified through decades of Eurocontrol research.
How long is the FEAST test?
FEAST I typically takes 2.5–4 hours and covers multiple cognitive test areas. The exact duration depends on which sub-tests the ANSP has chosen to include. FEAST II (if used) adds 1.5–2 hours of interactive multitasking simulations.
How hard is it to pass the FEAST test?
FEAST is a competitive test — pass rates vary by ANSP but only a fraction of applicants advance. Candidates who prepare thoroughly across all cognitive test areas perform significantly better. Familiarity with question formats and timed conditions is a major advantage.
What tests does ATC Practice include?
ATC Practice covers Spatial Reasoning (40 questions, 20 min), Numerical Reasoning (40 questions, 20 min), Logical Reasoning (40 questions, 20 min), Situational Judgement (35 questions, 25 min), NDB Direction (24 questions) and Switch — a dual-task simulation. All tests are timed and full-length.
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