BNSF CONDUCTOR FINAL PAPER 2026
FULL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
◉ After adding a locomotive to the train consist, what air brake
test(s) are required. Select all that apply:
Answer: -Locomotive Air Brake Test
-Application and Release Test (Class 3)
◉ A crew picks up nine cars that have been pre-tested. What air
brake test is required when the cars are added to the train?
Answer: Application and Release Test (Class 3)
◉ A crew picks up 19 cars that have NOT been pre-tested and adds
them to their train. What air brake test(s) are required? Select all
that apply.
Answer: -Class 1 Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test
-Class 3 Application and Release Test
◉ Which of the following is an indication for the Approach Medium
(flashing yellow) block signal?
, Answer: Proceed prepared to pass next signal not exceeding 40 mph
and be prepared to enter diverging route at prescribed speed.
◉ How is main track authority granted in Track Warrant Control
(TWC) territory?
Answer: Track Warrant
◉ Before or during a Class 1 Air Brake Test, verify angle cocks are
properly positioned, confirm air hoses are properly coupled and in
condition for service, and make repairs to minimize leakage. It is
also required to verify retaining valves are in which position?
Answer: Exhaust
◉ During the Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test, the release
inspection may be performed as the train departs. What is the max
speed the train may be traveling during this inspection?
Answer: 10 MPH
◉ Unless further restricted, what is the maximum authorized speed
of a key train?
Answer: 50 mph
◉ A crew stops an intermodal train at a yard to make a set-out. After
the set-out, the locomotives are coupled to a block of fully loaded
FULL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
◉ After adding a locomotive to the train consist, what air brake
test(s) are required. Select all that apply:
Answer: -Locomotive Air Brake Test
-Application and Release Test (Class 3)
◉ A crew picks up nine cars that have been pre-tested. What air
brake test is required when the cars are added to the train?
Answer: Application and Release Test (Class 3)
◉ A crew picks up 19 cars that have NOT been pre-tested and adds
them to their train. What air brake test(s) are required? Select all
that apply.
Answer: -Class 1 Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test
-Class 3 Application and Release Test
◉ Which of the following is an indication for the Approach Medium
(flashing yellow) block signal?
, Answer: Proceed prepared to pass next signal not exceeding 40 mph
and be prepared to enter diverging route at prescribed speed.
◉ How is main track authority granted in Track Warrant Control
(TWC) territory?
Answer: Track Warrant
◉ Before or during a Class 1 Air Brake Test, verify angle cocks are
properly positioned, confirm air hoses are properly coupled and in
condition for service, and make repairs to minimize leakage. It is
also required to verify retaining valves are in which position?
Answer: Exhaust
◉ During the Initial Terminal and Road Air Brake Test, the release
inspection may be performed as the train departs. What is the max
speed the train may be traveling during this inspection?
Answer: 10 MPH
◉ Unless further restricted, what is the maximum authorized speed
of a key train?
Answer: 50 mph
◉ A crew stops an intermodal train at a yard to make a set-out. After
the set-out, the locomotives are coupled to a block of fully loaded
