Avoid These Mistakes on the CFPA CASA Exam: This one sucks!

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  • @thesturmvogel6359
    @thesturmvogel6359 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    thats brutal man, as rough as can be. No KDR is the hardest part of this but your a fucking legend and inspiration for still having it together enough that you shared this with us
    I blew through all the CPL exams with pretty good results but Performance has been absolutely destroying me for nearly 2 months. Having my first attempt tomorrow though i really dont feel ready

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks brother appreciate it. Don’t cram tonight. You know what you know now and just get a good nights sleep. If you’ve been writing formulas down just do you best to memorise these and write them down as soon as you start the test, before looking at the first question. Good luck mate I’ve got everything crossed 🤞

    • @thesturmvogel6359
      @thesturmvogel6359 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @SpruceMooseAviation I passed 71%
      Your video helped with prioritising and what to expect. Thanks a ton, man.

  • @jimiemick
    @jimiemick ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good old CASA exams.
    Writing down formulas at the start is a key thing. Glad you did that.
    Also I start at the end and work forward
    First few questions will always be worded to confuse you.
    Good luck next time. Head down you’ve got this!

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks mate appreciate it. Yeah I have a few extra things to write down now 😆. I did start at the end I just hung out there to long.
      Heads down, game on 🤙🏼

    • @jimiemick
      @jimiemick ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tommy-hass you've got this bud!!!
      If you are going to highett I hope the AC isnt still loud as shit and the grumpy lady has become more chill ( For some reason she was always nice to me, but some of the fix wing guys she grilled )

  • @studybeforeflight
    @studybeforeflight ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Good on you on sharing your result. It's okay to feel upset. Along my journey, I failed exams and flight test, it is part of life. Not always sunshine and rainbow.
    I failed my first exam, which was the ATPL flight planning with 37%. Similar to your case, I know how to do everything but I was too slow and not accurate enough in between steps for calculation. I spent a solid 3 weeks, 3-6 hours everyday, to study and practice. I sat and finished the exam with 30 mins spare to go over everything a few times. I remembered I covered the computer screen when I hit submit, then I passed the second time with 93%, only one question wrong. My ground instructor was impressed with my improvement.
    I also failed my CPL flight test back in 2014 because of crosswind landing. My instructor and I worked on it and I passed my test with flying colours. I am glad I failed so I can fix my crosswind technique early on.
    I told all my students it is okay to make mistakes or fail early on in their flying journey, they can learn how to recognize and fix their mistakes, also they have instructors to guide them.
    We learn more from our failures than from our successes!

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love this! Thanks for sharing your experience as well.

  • @leejack52
    @leejack52 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm sorry to hear man, really brave of you to post your results! I'm a full time student doing my CPL at the moment and performance was my first exam of the lot. This exam failed about half the class with how difficult it was. Just wanted to say don't let this keep you down as I see a lot of FULL time students without all the responsibilities you mentioned in this video still failing the exam, best of luck for the resit I know you will do well.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Lee, thank you for the kind words 🙏

  • @martin_leung_
    @martin_leung_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Tom, sorry to hear that but good to know you’re still working hard towards your CPL, good luck on your next attempt, you will get it done :)

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Martin. Great to hear from you. I hope you’re all good mate. I’ve re booked and have a plan of attack for round two 🤞 Thank you I appreciate it 🙏

  • @auspilot6119
    @auspilot6119 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jesus I probably shouldn’t have watched this the night before my CFPA exam! 😂
    The similarities between my life and yours are uncanny. This one’s also my last CPL exam and I’ve rebooked it too many times. Take note guys/gals, when you don’t have a family and full time work this stuff is sooo much easier to punch out, take advantage of it!
    Wish me luck, I need it! Keep up the great vids. 🤙

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      This is 💯 haha. But we made our bed too 😂. Good luck! You’ll be fine mate, let me know how you go today 🤙🏼

    • @auspilot6119
      @auspilot6119 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tommy-hass cheers Spruce. Just got out - 90%! Absolutely buzzing but without doubt hardest exam I’ve sat and some cray-z 3 and 4 markers in there.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      @auspilot6119 Congratulations mate! I bet you’re pumped. You’ll have to share your secrets with me 😆

    • @auspilot6119
      @auspilot6119 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tommy-hass Have you re-taken the exam yet?

  • @Rich6270
    @Rich6270 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mate you look mentally and emotionally shattered I feel so sorry for you,aviation has become harder and harder to achieve with unrealistic work schedules among other things to the point that most don’t think the effort and/or risk is worth the reward anymore,I flew from mid 80,s and gave up the dream in 2010 though never aspired to go commercial,thank you for your bravery and persistence in an over regulated and increasingly expensive activity so don’t be too hard on yourself this is designed to fail most who dare to try❤

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Rich, thanks for the kind words. I am pretty shattered. My work requires long hours that swap between day and night shift, throw family life with three little ones in and it’s a fine line to breaking point 😆. But… my eyes are on the prize and I’ll do what it takes to get it done. Thanks again 🙏

    • @Rich6270
      @Rich6270 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@tommy-hass Don’t give in you legend,you own this go give it to them.

  • @40fly55
    @40fly55 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Absolutely it is heartbreaking and takes the wind out of the sails. I failed one of the exams too and managed to smash it on the second try.
    More disappointing was failing my CPL flight test first time around. Pre test flights were awesome and I just had a shocker in the flight test. Examiner and I didn't click either which made the whole experience pretty stressful. I still own that I failed due to my poor performance on the day. I personally found that really hard to deal with. I stopped flying for a few weeks and questioned my ability.
    Got stuck back into it, went on to get my CPL and then FIR.
    Don't let this small setback diminish your passion and goals.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing that. It can’t have been easy failing that flight test. But it’s great to hear all of the challenges people have been through and then more Importantly, overcome. Hopefully others see this comment as well and it helps them get over hurdles too. Thanks again 🙏

  • @uncle_toobs
    @uncle_toobs ปีที่แล้ว

    This my next exam. Thank you for the honesty and insight for performance, better luck for next time, get after it!

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Toby, appreciate it 🤙🏼. Don’t underestimate this one mate. I think the biggest take away was once you know the subject, test yourself on time as well. Good luck 🤞

    • @uncle_toobs
      @uncle_toobs ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tommy-hass the Bob tait online exams are great practice i've found as they have a timer and are set up like the casa ones. cheers

  • @Plessports
    @Plessports ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your content.
    I'm interested in ENGINEERING, i failed my first casa exam and another coming up in November hope I'll pass

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey! Thanks mate that’s awesome to hear. You’ll get the next one. Keep an eye on the channel, filming a good one next week with giveaways and I’ll get it out ASAP after 🤙🏼

  • @y_equals_mx_plus_c
    @y_equals_mx_plus_c ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't worry bro, I'm sure you'll do amazing next time round!! Keep up the study!! 👊

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks brother appreciate it 🤙🏼

  • @Captainhabibu
    @Captainhabibu ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep your head up mate. I got 51% in my first attempt and 80% the second attempt. You just have to take your time and really understand what the question is asking. Bob tait text book and PPE. Do every practice exam and progress test in Bob Tait. I can send you my formula sheet. Lucky I kept it 😅

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, appreciate it. I’m sitting it again on Friday. I’m pretty sure I’ve got my head around most of it. Hopefully the second batch of questions are similar 😂

  • @christianvonderburg7641
    @christianvonderburg7641 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I failed my first attempt with 52%. I’ve held my CPL now for 3 years so not sure how much the exam changed but happy to have a chat to share my tips/tricks that got me through.
    Instead of telling yourself you failed, tell yourself you had a practice attempt of the real deal and you now know what to expect on your next attempt. Onwards and upwards from here mate.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Christian, that’s a great way to look at it. I do feel like I learned a lot from it so hopefully I nail it next round. Hope you’ve found work in aviation 3 years in?

    • @christianvonderburg7641
      @christianvonderburg7641 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tommy-hass and yes I managed to snag a surveying gig flying all over the country after completing MEIR.

    • @christianvonderburg7641
      @christianvonderburg7641 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spewin, I just typed a novel with my tips and tricks but seems to not have posted. Up for a phone call though if you want it verbally 😂

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh no! 😂. Yeah happy to chat. Reach out on FB or Insta DM. I’m around tomorrow for a call if you’re free?

  • @mikeanddawn2757
    @mikeanddawn2757 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing this man, I am a full-time student and I have my first CASA Exam on Sat for RPL...

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Mike/Dawn, not a problem. It wasn’t so much the fail but the 49% that really got me 😂. But it is what it is and I’m back on the horse already. Good luck with RPL, I’m sure you’ll do great 👍

  • @sefttonfesaitu661
    @sefttonfesaitu661 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing. I would not have been this brave to share this. I did pass my Performance on my first try but I did redo Law 4 times. So I know how you're feeling right now. I hope you've gone through with Performance now. Good luck on your aviation career. Up and onwards from now on. You've just gained another subscriber 👍

  • @mariusbaumgartner9644
    @mariusbaumgartner9644 ปีที่แล้ว

    It can be an absolute crushing exam! I went from 68% on my first attempt to 42% on my secound. Can’t agree more with what you said here and the tips and pointers. Just one of those exams you gotta put the time into and prep work. Best of luck for your next attempt!

  • @LouisLizaya
    @LouisLizaya ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey mate. Keep it up. It’s no KDR, but ultimately you gave it a hot go and tried your best.
    As a fellow CFPA failed aviator, keep going and one day you too will make a living from aviation.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Louis, thanks mate I really appreciate it 🙏

  • @dryve-by7300
    @dryve-by7300 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    just sat the ops exam today and failed... :/
    It certainly hurts to see that final score below 70%
    I got 64% today and four of my ten KDR's were take-off and landing charts and the others were a mix of weight and balance and a couple that I got wrong due to having an out of date ERSA 🤦‍♂

  • @Mikeypy
    @Mikeypy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Feel your pain mate; although with AFPA (ATPL Flight Planning). I'd love to indulge in excuses why I didn't pass, but the hardest part is knowing that I really did give it my best shot. But that's exactly what it was... MY best shot. This attempt was YOUR best shot, and that's all YOU can do... so don't fret or feel ashamed. I'd suggest taking a week or so break to shake off any resentment you may feel towards the exam, then get back to the drawing board, pull yourself up by your bootstraps, and hit the ground running! It may be a hurdle, but you will pass. It may take twice as long, but you will pass. The only real fail is if you let it get you down! You've come to far to let some silly exam defeat you mate...
    As someone who passed all my CPLs and IREX first attempt, with a couple in the 90s, I thought 2-3 weeks off from work to study full-time (~8hrs/day) would be adequate for AFPA but boy was I wrong... it was brutal! It's like CFPA on 'roids! Ended up in the 50s with a shattered level of confidence. There's no happy ending to my journey yet, but I'd love to touch base when you post your next video about passing CFPA and possibly share what's worked for me overcoming hurdles in ATPL. Take care, and best of luck!

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Mikey, thanks for the pumped up. I’m really keen to go back and nail it after all of the comment I’m getting. Once I’m done I’d love to hear your thoughts on ATPLS

    • @TheAzure101
      @TheAzure101 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey mate, I know your pain with AFPA, that exam gave me nightmares. I demonstrated a flight plan with a correct answer to a friend, then I changed one fuel flow for fun (removed a 2% temperature increase) whilst all the other values were right. Final answer was out of tolerance.
      The amount of times I've seen pretty much perfect flight plans, but with one tiny error that changed everything...I swear that exam assess how awake you are than your actual skill.

    • @Mikeypy
      @Mikeypy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheAzure101 Hahaha yes indeed, I appreciate your comment! AFPA did actually intrude my sleep the night before... pages from the blue book managed to infiltrate my dream. It really is nightmare fuel! As they say... it's a 5 hour exam crammed into 3 hours. My biggest issue was time management - if I had even just 30 minutes more I am certain I would have passed. Trying to obtain answers within tolerance whilst rushing was a recipe for disaster!

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha yeah 💯

    • @Mikeypy
      @Mikeypy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tommy-hass Hey mate, have you resit this exam?

  • @spiro5327
    @spiro5327 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Tom great to see you again. Sorry to hear the news though i can imagine there would be others out there that have failed more than once for the same exam. Aviation theory in general is difficult in my opinion but i know that you will definitely succeed in the end. I noticed SFT now have a Cessna 182 RG as part of their fleet. Would love to see a video of you flying that one. Thanks mate

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Spiro, great to hear from you mate. Yeah that 182RG is one quick bird for its size. It’s so slippery. I got my CSU and RG endorsements in that one. It’s a little to expensive to be paying to fly around to much but I’ll keep it in mind for a video 🤙🏼

  • @gregkarolak4403
    @gregkarolak4403 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The difference between success and failure is trying one more time. You are so close and can get there.
    I have a toddler and working long hours too so I can honestly say that I really feel your pain as its not easy to find the time. I only have performance and air law left now.
    You really sound deflated in your video but you made good points about knowing how to to improve and what to focus on. Consistency is key which can be challenging with work and kids. You got this, maybe try the other book ATC book or bob taite instead of what the one you are using and practice with an instructor. I wouldnt be surprised if you doing a calculation error somewhere. Unlike maths in school where you show your working and you get partial marks. These exams are structured differently and error in any step will give you a zero for that question.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Greg, thanks mate I appreciate it. It is a struggle juggling family life but I also own my decisions and the result. I put myself here to be challenged and I’ll be damned if I don’t get this over the line 😂. Good luck with the last two exams. I’ve done a video on air law which may help. I got 93% on that one so I’m a little more knowledgeable on what works for that one 😂

  • @JB062
    @JB062 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ahhh man it's a tough one! I'm in the same boat juggling work and kids with self study, but I recently managed to get through with 73%.
    All the tips you mentioned are spot on, I think they're what got me through in the end. Those tips, and just thousands of practice questions. I used Bob Tait, Aviation Theory Centre and a bit of PPE. I kept referring to material to fill knowledge, but kept the Bob Tait online exams as my simulation of "exam conditions".

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Jeremy, yeah sure is. Congrats mate. Hopefully I can join you. I’ve rebooked it and I’m in mission mode 😂

  • @tylerhayes8160
    @tylerhayes8160 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve never been so deflated trying to get through these CASA exams. I have Met, Law and performance to go. Just failed Met for the second time on 65%, the pain is real haha!

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      I know the feeling 😂. The only time you fail is when you give up though mate. Just keep
      Pushing, work through the problem areas and go again. You’ll get there. Reach out if you have any questions and hopefully I’ve passed perf but then as well haha🤙🏼

  • @BradNewton
    @BradNewton ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you resit brother? CFPA is a tough one! I might even have my old CFPA debrief notes I can email ya.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      No not yet. I had “a week” off to reset and I haven’t been able to get back in the groove. I’m have a tutor organised and I’ll rebook for a few weeks time. Thanks for the offer brother. They made a few changes Dec 2021 so your notes maybe out of date? But it’s okay I’ve got heaps of materials and notes from others. I just need to do as many practice questions as I can to gauge what my weaknesses are.

  • @JacobBowdenTrackside
    @JacobBowdenTrackside ปีที่แล้ว

    I sat this exam the other week and got 69%... However, sat Meteorology the following day and got 50% because I spent too much time focusing on CFPA, so I know the feeling!

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh damn. That sucks! We live and learn don’t we 😂. You’ll smash it next time I’m sure, good luck 🤙🏼

  • @dennischarles4243
    @dennischarles4243 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been here. It sucked! But giving up is not an option!
    Do those practice exams over and over then get back attempting it. I guarantee you will pass!
    Speaking from Experience! See you soon as a commercial pilot! ✈️🙏🏽

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Dennis, for sure! No, giving up is definitely not an option. If anything it’s made me more determined now 😂. See you on the sunny side soon 🤙🏼

  • @declansidhu1801
    @declansidhu1801 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey mate, I also failed my first attempt at performance. It’s a brutal exam, but just know you can get through it. So many students fail on their first attempt and all they have to worry about is flying, I can’t imagine how tough it must be for you. Keep going and be kind to yourself it’s not easy ❤.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Declan, thanks mate appreciate it 🙏. I’m glad I posted this video. It’s CRAZY how many people are reaching out having been in this scenario. Thanks again mate

  • @PN-fh6wx
    @PN-fh6wx ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey mate, were you flying in KKB today at Bankstown doing circuits today? I think I might have heard you over 123.6

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey mate, unfortunately not 😞.

    • @PN-fh6wx
      @PN-fh6wx ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh ok hahaha

  • @zkr2133
    @zkr2133 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ah it happens bro, I got the same result the first time I sat RPL, it was deflating for sure but dont give up on it. This comment is 6 months down the line so I hope you've resat it and passed with flying colours.

  • @FlywithBailey
    @FlywithBailey ปีที่แล้ว +1

    CFPA is a tough one. I failed first time which I was kind of on the fence about it from the beginning just overall hoping for the best. I think a few factors played in to my failed from overall stress in the exam to fatigue from driving 1.5 hrs at 6am just to get to ASPEQ centre. I got 63% on my first one and passed second go with 73%. The second shot was much tougher than the first even after reviewing everything so just be prepared. I ended up writing out as many questions as I could just to ensure I didn’t misread anything. It really just wrecked my confidence when I failed especially after passing every single subject first go but sometimes we just have bad days. I found coming up with my own questions for stuff like echo loading and W&B to really help as it kept the process in me and I wasn’t rope learning practice exams. Best of luck for your next attempt I’m sure you’ll do great 👍

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey BBrown, thanks mate I really appreciate it. That’s a good idea to come up with my own questions. I’ll try that one.

  • @amjad804
    @amjad804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I also got 49 today was depressing.

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Welcome to the 49 club 😂. Let’s not hang around here though. Get stuck back into the study and I’ll meet you on the other side 🤙🏼

    • @amjad804
      @amjad804 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tommy-hass hopefully im dedicating all my time this week to study and extra study and when i think ive leadnt everything imma re learn it. Because with these exams theres always something missed

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      💯- I’m with you on that ☝️

  • @sampaudel1089
    @sampaudel1089 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Have you passed it yet big dawg?

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Video in the works brother 🤙🏼

  • @leshaynes7978
    @leshaynes7978 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorry to hear it brings back a lot of thoughts on Casa. If you live in Melbourne and want to talk give me a txt on face book also

    • @tommy-hass
      @tommy-hass  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, yeah good old CASA 😂. I can see what they’re trying to test for now so hopefully I can get it over the line on the next go. Thanks for the offer. I live up in Wollongong though