ARFF CDC CORE EXAM SET 2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS RATED A+
✔✔What is one disadvantage to using magnesium and titanium for aircraft
construction? - ✔✔burns with intensity and makes extinguishment difficult
✔✔Identify TWO flight surface controls located on the tail section. - ✔✔rudders
elevators
✔✔What is primary mean of ingress/egress from aircraft? - ✔✔doors used for serving or
for routine entry or exit
✔✔Match each fuselage component with its use.
(1) Devices mounted on the exterior of an aircraft used to determine the airspeed of the
aircraft
(2) Provides a mechanism for supporting the aircraft while on the ground
(3) Fuselage compartment used to occupy the pilots or flight crew and contains circuit
breaker panels
(4) Located behind the flight deck and used to occupy the passengers and flight
attendants, also referred to as the cabin crew
(5) Spiked metal pieces that are electronically bonded to the aircraft frame used to
discharge static electricity from the aircraft to the atmosphere - ✔✔(3) Cockpit
(4) Passenger compartment
(2) Landing gear
(5) Static eliminators
(1) Pitot tubes
✔✔__________is a system of procedures for controlling personnel, structures,
equipment, and communications
so that all responders can work together toward a common goal in an effective and
efficient manner. - ✔✔NIMS-ICS
✔✔All of the following are carried by ARFF apparatus EXCEPT: - ✔✔aircraft fuel
✔✔What program should be implemented to mitigate the effects that atypically stressful
events impose on emergency responders during an aviation-related accident? -
✔✔stress management program
,✔✔Identify THREE security measures implemented on and around airport locations. -
✔✔during periods of elevated threat levels, parked emergency vehicles should maintain
a minimum distance of 10 feet (3 m) between the vehicles
secure any identification badges, uniform pieces, turnout gear, vehicles, and fire
stations when they are not in use or occupied
establish controlled access points as part of the SIDA
✔✔Identify FOUR common fixed water supply system components. - ✔✔storage tanks
water distribution mains
fire hydrants
pumps
✔✔Fuel is not permitted to go directly into the storm water system and must flow
through an approved _____________ - ✔✔fuel/water separator
✔✔Identify the TWO methods on how fuel is loaded onto aircraft. - ✔✔single point
fueling connections
over-the-wing connections
✔✔All of the following markings or signage indicate a controlled access point, EXCEPT:
- ✔✔solid yellow line
✔✔All of the following are considerations ARFF apparatus driver/operators should know
when responding to off-airport incident EXCEPT: - ✔✔spend time driving around the
aircraft parking ramps
✔✔What is the most common method of aircraft fuel delivery? - ✔✔tank trucks
✔✔Identify THREE safety concerns when responding to an emergency at an airport
terminal. - ✔✔large crowds of people unfamiliar with exit locations may occupy terminal
buildings
jetways connect aircraft to the terminal, which can provide a means for smoke and
flame to spread from one area to the other
baggage handling and storage areas may contain hazardous materials, and often have
narrow passageways, conveyor belts, and may be loaded with baggage and cargo
,✔✔What is one disadvantage to using wood for aircraft construction? - ✔✔the epoxy-
type finishes produce toxic vapors when exposed to fire
✔✔All of the following are correct fire fighting techniques when fire occurs in an oxygen-
enriched environment
EXCEPT: - ✔✔use smothering and blanketing agents to stop fires being supplied with
liquid oxygen
✔✔Match each propellant actuating device to its use.
(1) Canopy removers
(2) Initiators
(3) Rotary actuators
(4) Thrusters
(5) Explosive squibs
(6) Seat catapults - ✔✔(2) Devices that provide the gas pressure required to start a
sequence of events in the ejection process
(5) Small metal tubes closed at one end and plugged with a crimped-in rubber plug at
the other end
(6) Telescoping ejection devices used in the ejection of the aircrew
(4) Gas-operated devices that unlock or reposition various units in the escape system
during the ejection sequence
(3) Perform various mechanical functions and are activated by the gas pressure
produced by devices
(1) Gas-pressured telescoping devices that forcibly jettison the canopy in an emergency
✔✔Knowing the topographic layout of both the airport and its immediate surrounding
area is important in determining: - ✔✔response routes for apparatus fuel drainage
direction
spread of fire
✔✔Aircraft maintenance facilities conduct a variety of operations that are a concern to
ARFF personnel, which include all of the following EXCEPT: - ✔✔Water supply
maintenance
✔✔Identify THREE hazards associated with a ballistic recovery system (BRS). -
✔✔sharp winds may cause the parachute to re-inflate and drag or move the aircraft
if a BRS was not deployed, the initiator cable and system are still active
, approach the aircraft from the front or sides to avoid areas where the rocket might
deploy
✔✔What is one disadvantage to using aluminum for aircraft construction? - ✔✔it melts
at relatively low temperatures (approximately 1,200° F)
✔✔A door designated as "L1" or "1 Left," meaning: - ✔✔the pilot's left when seated in
the cockpit and the first door closest to the front of the aircraft
✔✔Aircraft hatches for means of egress are located: - ✔✔above or below the wings
✔✔Identify FOUR different ways doors can open. - ✔✔retract overhead
swing open
free fall from the aircraft
pivot open
✔✔On multi-deck airbuses, the decks are labeled as: - ✔✔U for the Upper deck, M for
Mid deck, and C for Cargo deck
✔✔Match each aircraft construction component to its use.
(1) Strips of material that run in the longitudinal direction of the aircraft and extend
across several frame members
(2) Vertical structural members in aircraft construction that form the ribs of the fuselage
(3) Upright partitions that divide an aircraft into compartments, serve to add structural
rigidity, and prevent the spread of leakage or fire
(4) Longitudinal members that provide shape and attachment points for the aircraft skin
- ✔✔(2) Frames
(1) Longerons
(4) Stringers
(3) Bulkheads
✔✔Identify THREE hazards associated with the landing gear. - ✔✔can ignite and burn
at high temperatures because of the metals used in its construction
applying water or foam can cause the metals to react violently
the tires may explode when reaching extremely high temperatures
✔✔Place the following response procedures in the correct order when responding to
cargo aircraft incidents. - ✔✔(3) Research the product to determine the associated
hazards
SOLUTIONS RATED A+
✔✔What is one disadvantage to using magnesium and titanium for aircraft
construction? - ✔✔burns with intensity and makes extinguishment difficult
✔✔Identify TWO flight surface controls located on the tail section. - ✔✔rudders
elevators
✔✔What is primary mean of ingress/egress from aircraft? - ✔✔doors used for serving or
for routine entry or exit
✔✔Match each fuselage component with its use.
(1) Devices mounted on the exterior of an aircraft used to determine the airspeed of the
aircraft
(2) Provides a mechanism for supporting the aircraft while on the ground
(3) Fuselage compartment used to occupy the pilots or flight crew and contains circuit
breaker panels
(4) Located behind the flight deck and used to occupy the passengers and flight
attendants, also referred to as the cabin crew
(5) Spiked metal pieces that are electronically bonded to the aircraft frame used to
discharge static electricity from the aircraft to the atmosphere - ✔✔(3) Cockpit
(4) Passenger compartment
(2) Landing gear
(5) Static eliminators
(1) Pitot tubes
✔✔__________is a system of procedures for controlling personnel, structures,
equipment, and communications
so that all responders can work together toward a common goal in an effective and
efficient manner. - ✔✔NIMS-ICS
✔✔All of the following are carried by ARFF apparatus EXCEPT: - ✔✔aircraft fuel
✔✔What program should be implemented to mitigate the effects that atypically stressful
events impose on emergency responders during an aviation-related accident? -
✔✔stress management program
,✔✔Identify THREE security measures implemented on and around airport locations. -
✔✔during periods of elevated threat levels, parked emergency vehicles should maintain
a minimum distance of 10 feet (3 m) between the vehicles
secure any identification badges, uniform pieces, turnout gear, vehicles, and fire
stations when they are not in use or occupied
establish controlled access points as part of the SIDA
✔✔Identify FOUR common fixed water supply system components. - ✔✔storage tanks
water distribution mains
fire hydrants
pumps
✔✔Fuel is not permitted to go directly into the storm water system and must flow
through an approved _____________ - ✔✔fuel/water separator
✔✔Identify the TWO methods on how fuel is loaded onto aircraft. - ✔✔single point
fueling connections
over-the-wing connections
✔✔All of the following markings or signage indicate a controlled access point, EXCEPT:
- ✔✔solid yellow line
✔✔All of the following are considerations ARFF apparatus driver/operators should know
when responding to off-airport incident EXCEPT: - ✔✔spend time driving around the
aircraft parking ramps
✔✔What is the most common method of aircraft fuel delivery? - ✔✔tank trucks
✔✔Identify THREE safety concerns when responding to an emergency at an airport
terminal. - ✔✔large crowds of people unfamiliar with exit locations may occupy terminal
buildings
jetways connect aircraft to the terminal, which can provide a means for smoke and
flame to spread from one area to the other
baggage handling and storage areas may contain hazardous materials, and often have
narrow passageways, conveyor belts, and may be loaded with baggage and cargo
,✔✔What is one disadvantage to using wood for aircraft construction? - ✔✔the epoxy-
type finishes produce toxic vapors when exposed to fire
✔✔All of the following are correct fire fighting techniques when fire occurs in an oxygen-
enriched environment
EXCEPT: - ✔✔use smothering and blanketing agents to stop fires being supplied with
liquid oxygen
✔✔Match each propellant actuating device to its use.
(1) Canopy removers
(2) Initiators
(3) Rotary actuators
(4) Thrusters
(5) Explosive squibs
(6) Seat catapults - ✔✔(2) Devices that provide the gas pressure required to start a
sequence of events in the ejection process
(5) Small metal tubes closed at one end and plugged with a crimped-in rubber plug at
the other end
(6) Telescoping ejection devices used in the ejection of the aircrew
(4) Gas-operated devices that unlock or reposition various units in the escape system
during the ejection sequence
(3) Perform various mechanical functions and are activated by the gas pressure
produced by devices
(1) Gas-pressured telescoping devices that forcibly jettison the canopy in an emergency
✔✔Knowing the topographic layout of both the airport and its immediate surrounding
area is important in determining: - ✔✔response routes for apparatus fuel drainage
direction
spread of fire
✔✔Aircraft maintenance facilities conduct a variety of operations that are a concern to
ARFF personnel, which include all of the following EXCEPT: - ✔✔Water supply
maintenance
✔✔Identify THREE hazards associated with a ballistic recovery system (BRS). -
✔✔sharp winds may cause the parachute to re-inflate and drag or move the aircraft
if a BRS was not deployed, the initiator cable and system are still active
, approach the aircraft from the front or sides to avoid areas where the rocket might
deploy
✔✔What is one disadvantage to using aluminum for aircraft construction? - ✔✔it melts
at relatively low temperatures (approximately 1,200° F)
✔✔A door designated as "L1" or "1 Left," meaning: - ✔✔the pilot's left when seated in
the cockpit and the first door closest to the front of the aircraft
✔✔Aircraft hatches for means of egress are located: - ✔✔above or below the wings
✔✔Identify FOUR different ways doors can open. - ✔✔retract overhead
swing open
free fall from the aircraft
pivot open
✔✔On multi-deck airbuses, the decks are labeled as: - ✔✔U for the Upper deck, M for
Mid deck, and C for Cargo deck
✔✔Match each aircraft construction component to its use.
(1) Strips of material that run in the longitudinal direction of the aircraft and extend
across several frame members
(2) Vertical structural members in aircraft construction that form the ribs of the fuselage
(3) Upright partitions that divide an aircraft into compartments, serve to add structural
rigidity, and prevent the spread of leakage or fire
(4) Longitudinal members that provide shape and attachment points for the aircraft skin
- ✔✔(2) Frames
(1) Longerons
(4) Stringers
(3) Bulkheads
✔✔Identify THREE hazards associated with the landing gear. - ✔✔can ignite and burn
at high temperatures because of the metals used in its construction
applying water or foam can cause the metals to react violently
the tires may explode when reaching extremely high temperatures
✔✔Place the following response procedures in the correct order when responding to
cargo aircraft incidents. - ✔✔(3) Research the product to determine the associated
hazards
