Airlines That Use AON Cut-e for Pilot Selection

11 airlines verified · Updated May 2026
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Overview

AON / Cut-e is widely used in airline recruitment because it scales globally, is easy to deliver online, and produces standardized data on a candidate’s cognitive performance under pressure. For cadet pipelines, it helps filter large applicant volumes consistently and early in the process.

The tasks are short and repeatable, which makes them suitable for controlled comparisons. Airlines can select a subset of simulations to match their screening philosophy and training demands.

Important
This list is based on publicly verified sources. Airlines change assessment providers — always confirm the current process directly with your target airline before you apply.

Confirmed airlines

Sorted by region: Europe → Middle East → Asia-Pacific
Aer Lingus
Ireland · EU · Cadet
Verified
Confirmed Cut-e user
EasyJet
UK/EU · EU · Cadet & Direct Entry
Verified
AON online assessment, CAE MPL pathway
Ryanair
Ireland · EU · Cadet & Direct Entry
Verified
Online Cut-e (~€55 fee), ~1h45min
SWISS
Switzerland · EU · Direct Entry only
Verified
DEC route only, not cadet
Jet2
UK · UK · Cadet
Verified
Cut-e/AON confirmed
Finnair
Finland · Scandinavia · Cadet
Verified
Cut-e confirmed
Norwegian
Norway · Scandinavia · Cadet
Verified
Cut-e confirmed
Etihad
UAE · Middle East · Cadet
Verified
Cut-e confirmed
FlyDubai
UAE · Middle East · Cadet
Verified
Cut-e confirmed
Scoot
Singapore · Asia-Pacific · Cadet
Verified
Cut-e confirmed
Thai Airways
Thailand · Asia-Pacific · Cadet
Verified
Cut-e confirmed

Airlines that do NOT use Cut-e

A critical section — this confusion is common for cadet applicants.
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Wizz Air
TestAir360 (in-house platform)
NOT AON/Cut-e
Lufthansa EFA
DLR tests
NOT AON/Cut-e
Emirates
COMPASS assessment
NOT AON/Cut-e
Qatar Airways
Talent Q
NOT AON/Cut-e
British Airways
Symbiotics platform
NOT AON/Cut-e

What to expect at each stage

Most commonly used as an online pre-screening step (before assessment day).
Some airlines may charge a fee (e.g., candidates report Ryanair ~€55).
Often completed in a single session, typically around 1.5–2 hours total.
Not every airline uses all simulations — the battery is usually a subset.

FAQ

Yes. Candidates report an online Cut-e assessment that may include a ~€55 fee. Some applicants mention a short completion window and a total duration around ~1h45min.

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