SMATSA · Eurocontrol FEAST
Applying to SMATSA in Serbia?
SMATSA provides air traffic control services across Serbian and Montenegrin airspace, including at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport. Serbia's airspace forms an important link between Central Europe and the Balkans, with significant transit flows on north-south routes.
SMATSA uses the Eurocontrol FEAST battery as part of its trainee controller selection. The cognitive aptitude tests assess spatial reasoning, numerical ability, logical deduction and multitasking — skills central to safe ATC operations.
Preparing thoroughly for FEAST gives candidates a clear advantage in SMATSA's competitive selection process. Familiarity with question formats and timed conditions makes a significant difference to performance on test day.
ATC Practice covers all FEAST I cognitive test areas with full-length practice tests, helping Serbian ATC candidates build the aptitude and confidence to succeed.
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
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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One payment of £24.99 gives you unlimited access to all six FEAST I practice simulations. No subscription, access never expires.
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