Applying for an ATC role at Leeds Bradford Airport?
Leeds Bradford Airport serves Yorkshire and the Humber region with domestic and European scheduled services, plus charter flights. ATC services follow the NATS framework, and all trainee controller applications require passing the Stage 1 aptitude battery.
Leeds Bradford operates beneath the busy airways of Northern England and coordinates with Manchester to the west. Its traffic mix includes regional jets, turboprops and occasional long-haul diversions.
Stage 1 of the NATS process is completed online and takes approximately 75 minutes. ATC Practice's four practice tests cover all major test types directly mapped to Stage 1 content.
Each ATC Practice attempt uses a fresh random selection from 155 questions, with detailed explanations after every answer — building lasting understanding, not just recognition of specific questions.
NATS Stage 1 preparation
What to practise before your test
Spatial Reasoning
40 questions · 20 minutes
Aircraft headings, radar bearings, and 3D spatial visualisation.
Try free demo →Numerical Reasoning
40 questions · 20 minutes
Data tables, charts, and numerical calculations under time pressure.
Try free demo →Logical Reasoning
40 questions · 20 minutes
Pattern sequences, deductions, and abstract problem solving.
Try free demo →Situational Judgement
35 questions · 25 minutes
Workplace scenarios — assess and select the most appropriate response.
Try free demo →FAQ
Common questions
What aptitude tests does NATS use for ATC recruitment?
NATS uses the Aon aptitude test battery for Stage 1 selection, covering spatial reasoning, numerical reasoning, logical reasoning, and situational judgement — all completed online in approximately 75 minutes.
How competitive is NATS ATC recruitment?
NATS ATC recruitment is highly competitive. Only a small percentage of applicants progress through all stages. Strong aptitude test performance is essential — targeted practice gives you a significant advantage.
What happens after I pay for ATC Practice?
You get instant access to all four full-length timed practice tests and the 40-question competency interview bank. Access never expires and you can retake tests as many times as you like.
Can I get a refund?
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