Mock interview
Real airline-style questions with AI grading, dimension scores, and context-aware follow-ups — like a panel probing your answer.
Interview question
Tell me about a time you had to make a difficult decision with incomplete information.
Preview loops automatically — in the app you record or type, submit for AI grading, and respond to follow-ups like a real panel.
Sample graded responses
After each answer, the coach scores against airline rubrics and asks follow-ups when your response needs more depth.
Interview question
Tell me about a time you had to make a difficult decision with incomplete information.
Your answer
We were descending into DEN when ATC issued a revised arrival with a short window due to weather movement. We had fuel to hold, but the FO and I didn't have full visibility on how long the line would be. I prioritized getting current ATIS and our alternate weather, assigned the FO to talk to the cabin while I coordinated with dispatch via ACARS. With partial info I decided to continue the approach but briefed a clear missed-approach and hold plan if we saw more than two aircraft in sequence. We landed on the first attempt; the line did stack up behind us. I debriefed the FO on why I wanted explicit go/no-go triggers before we committed below 10,000.
Score: 82/100
Strengths
- Clear division of duties under time pressure
- Explicit go/no-go triggers before committing
- Included crew coordination and post-event debrief
Areas to improve
- Could quantify fuel margins and hold time more precisely
- Situation setup was slightly long before the decision point
Rubric breakdown
Situation clarity — 78/100
Good context; tighten the lead-in to the decision.
Actions & ownership — 88/100
Strong PIC ownership and CRM.
Result & reflection — 80/100
Solid outcome; add one metric if available.
Follow-up
What would you have done differently if dispatch had recommended continuing to hold without an updated ETA?
Your answer
I would have set a hard fuel gate — if we couldn't be on the ground with reserves above minimum in 20 minutes, we'd divert to our filed alternate. I'd communicate that to ATC early so they could prioritize us or approve the divert without last-minute rush.
Score: 86/100
Strengths
- Concrete fuel gate with time boundary
- Proactive ATC communication
Areas to improve
- Could mention passenger/cabin communication on divert
Interview question
You're the captain on a redeye. A flight attendant reports a passenger who appears intoxicated and is being verbally aggressive toward nearby passengers. What do you do?
Your answer
First I'd get specifics: is there a safety threat, alcohol service involved, and are other passengers at risk. I'd ask the lead FA to keep distance and document what was said. I'd make a discreet PA reminding everyone that interference with crew is federal, then call the FA to the flight deck for a full report — not confront the passenger in the aisle unless there's imminent risk. If the behavior continued, I'd coordinate with dispatch and consider diverting to the nearest suitable airport. My priority is safety and de-escalation before punishment; I'd only involve law enforcement on the ground after a structured handoff with the cabin crew's written report.
Score: 88/100
Strengths
- Safety-first sequencing: assess, document, de-escalate
- Appropriate use of dispatch and diversion criteria
- Respects FA role while maintaining PIC authority
Areas to improve
- Could mention coordination with deadheading crew or sky marshal if present
Session summary
Strengths
- Strong CRM and structured decision-making under pressure
- Good use of follow-up reflection and explicit triggers
Weaknesses
- Add more quantitative detail (fuel, time, passenger counts) when available
- Tighten story openings to reach the decision faster
Recommendations
- Practice two more WWYD scenarios with diversion and federal interference language
- Prepare a Growth story — panels often probe self-improvement last