ABOS ACTUAL EXAM PAPER 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS ANSWERS
GRADED A+
>According to the terminology section, what does the word "shall" indicate? .
Answer ;A mandatory requirement. (Para 1-4)
>Who is the proponent and exception authority for this SOP? . Answer ;The 101st
Combat Aviation Brigade (CAB) Commander. (Summary Page)
>How often should the Brigade Standardization and Safety Committee meet? .
Answer ;Semi-annually. (Para 1-10)
>What are the three authorized sources for obtaining digital FLIP products? .
Answer ;The Aeronautical Content Exploitation System (ACES), AeroApp, and the
User Aviation Mission Planning System (AMPS). (Para 1-13)
>What is the minimum battery charge required for an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB)
prior to flight? . Answer ;A minimum of 50% charged prior to flight, plus an
additional 10% charge for each planned hour of flight. (Para 1-27)
>Are personnel authorized to use personal tablets as EFBs in military aircraft? .
Answer ;Yes, both government and personal tablets are authorized for use,
provided they are used in accordance with the SOP and appropriate Air
Worthiness Releases (AWRs). (Para 1-20)
>What is the primary method for retrieving Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMS)? .
Answer ;Through the Department of Defense Aeronautical Information System
website. (Para 1-35) 9.
, >When a crewmember's Aircrew Information Reading File (AIRF) status is "red,"
what is the implication? . Answer ;The individual is prohibited from performing
crew duties until the reading requirements are met and the status is returned to
green. (Para 1-43, Note)
>What action must an aircrew member take immediately if they have received
medical treatment for which flying restrictions may be appropriate? . Answer
;They must immediately inform their flight surgeon (FS) or aeromedical physician
assistant (APA). (Para 1-45)
>Are personal tablets used for EFB purposes subject to confiscation? . Answer
;Yes, when personal tablets are utilized in military aircraft, these devices are
subject to temporary confiscation by the chain of command for official purposes.
(Para 1-20)
>What is the procedure if a crewmember loses or damages an EFB device? .
Answer ;Loss and damage will be covered through the AR 15-6 process through
the S-4. The user must also report it to the unit Commander and EFB Program
Manager immediately. (Para 1-25)
>What is the screen auto-lock requirement for an EFB when not in the aircraft? .
Answer ;The EFB screen auto-lock will be set to 15 minutes. (Para 1-27)
>What is the minimum crewmember EFB training requirement? . Answer
;Minimum requirements include demonstrating publications access/update,
navigating the device and apps, procedures for device failure, battery
conservation, and security practices. (Para 1-28)
, >Is the use of personal electronic recording devices (like Go-pros) by crews in
aircraft permitted? . Answer ;The personal recreational use of all electronic
recording devices is at the discretion of the Commander. (Para 1-31)
>What is the minimum composition for the AIRF? . Answer ;At a minimum, the
AIRF will consist of sections (Tabs) for New/Quarterly/Permanent Info, Local
Standardization Bulletins, DA/MACOM/AMCOM Messages, USAACE/USASC
Messages, Directives, Meeting Minutes, Safety Bulletins, General Safety Info, and
Academics. (Para 1- 37) 17.
>How are changes to higher-level SOPs recommended? . Answer ;Via DA Form
2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms), submitted
through the brigade standardization office for review. (Para 1- 10)
>What is the purpose of the kneeboard-formatted Annex A? . Answer ;Annex A
provides kneeboard-formatted planning and execution tools for rapid integration,
and units maintain flexibility to alter the formatting as needed. (Para 1-2)
>What does FAC stand for in the context of the Aircrew Training Program? .
Answer ;Flight Activity Category. (Para 2-2)
>Can there be any FAC 3-designated positions at the brigade or lower levels? .
Answer ;No, there are no FAC 3-designated positions at the brigade or lower
levels. (Para 2-2)
>Before a crewmember's first flight, what must be initiated regarding the Aircrew
Information Reading File (AIRF)? . Answer ;The aircrew information reading files
must be read, and the card/digital tracker must be initiated. (Para 2-5)
, >What are the two overriding considerations in crew selection? . Answer ;Mission
accomplishment and safety. (Para 2-12)
>What is the minimum crew for a UH-60 performing Medical Evacuation
(MEDEVAC)? . Answer ;A minimum crew of four is required for MEDEVAC. (Para 2-
13)
>The no-notice evaluation program is a command tool designed to measure the
effectiveness of what two programs? . Answer ;The effectiveness of aircrew and
collective training programs. (Para 2- 29)
>At what altitude is the increased recovery hard deck for night Maintenance Test
Flights (MTFs) involving autorotational descents? . Answer ;1,000 feet above
ground level (AGL). (Para 2-34)
>What are the prerequisites for an aviator to be designated as a Pilot in
Command (PC)? . Answer ;Be qualified, current, and RL1 in the aircraft;
demonstrate sound judgment and proficiency; and have satisfactorily completed
at least one APART. Recommendations from a PC board and specific flight hour
minimums are also recommended. (Para 2-47)
>Who serves as the overall mission leader when two or more aircraft are
operating as one flight? . Answer ;The Air Mission Commander (AMC). (Para 2-77)
>Can an aviation platoon leader begin Air Mission Commander (AMC) training
before making PC? If so, who must approve it? . Answer ;Yes, but they must be
approved by the first O-6 in the chain of command. (Para 2-80)
GRADED A+
>According to the terminology section, what does the word "shall" indicate? .
Answer ;A mandatory requirement. (Para 1-4)
>Who is the proponent and exception authority for this SOP? . Answer ;The 101st
Combat Aviation Brigade (CAB) Commander. (Summary Page)
>How often should the Brigade Standardization and Safety Committee meet? .
Answer ;Semi-annually. (Para 1-10)
>What are the three authorized sources for obtaining digital FLIP products? .
Answer ;The Aeronautical Content Exploitation System (ACES), AeroApp, and the
User Aviation Mission Planning System (AMPS). (Para 1-13)
>What is the minimum battery charge required for an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB)
prior to flight? . Answer ;A minimum of 50% charged prior to flight, plus an
additional 10% charge for each planned hour of flight. (Para 1-27)
>Are personnel authorized to use personal tablets as EFBs in military aircraft? .
Answer ;Yes, both government and personal tablets are authorized for use,
provided they are used in accordance with the SOP and appropriate Air
Worthiness Releases (AWRs). (Para 1-20)
>What is the primary method for retrieving Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMS)? .
Answer ;Through the Department of Defense Aeronautical Information System
website. (Para 1-35) 9.
, >When a crewmember's Aircrew Information Reading File (AIRF) status is "red,"
what is the implication? . Answer ;The individual is prohibited from performing
crew duties until the reading requirements are met and the status is returned to
green. (Para 1-43, Note)
>What action must an aircrew member take immediately if they have received
medical treatment for which flying restrictions may be appropriate? . Answer
;They must immediately inform their flight surgeon (FS) or aeromedical physician
assistant (APA). (Para 1-45)
>Are personal tablets used for EFB purposes subject to confiscation? . Answer
;Yes, when personal tablets are utilized in military aircraft, these devices are
subject to temporary confiscation by the chain of command for official purposes.
(Para 1-20)
>What is the procedure if a crewmember loses or damages an EFB device? .
Answer ;Loss and damage will be covered through the AR 15-6 process through
the S-4. The user must also report it to the unit Commander and EFB Program
Manager immediately. (Para 1-25)
>What is the screen auto-lock requirement for an EFB when not in the aircraft? .
Answer ;The EFB screen auto-lock will be set to 15 minutes. (Para 1-27)
>What is the minimum crewmember EFB training requirement? . Answer
;Minimum requirements include demonstrating publications access/update,
navigating the device and apps, procedures for device failure, battery
conservation, and security practices. (Para 1-28)
, >Is the use of personal electronic recording devices (like Go-pros) by crews in
aircraft permitted? . Answer ;The personal recreational use of all electronic
recording devices is at the discretion of the Commander. (Para 1-31)
>What is the minimum composition for the AIRF? . Answer ;At a minimum, the
AIRF will consist of sections (Tabs) for New/Quarterly/Permanent Info, Local
Standardization Bulletins, DA/MACOM/AMCOM Messages, USAACE/USASC
Messages, Directives, Meeting Minutes, Safety Bulletins, General Safety Info, and
Academics. (Para 1- 37) 17.
>How are changes to higher-level SOPs recommended? . Answer ;Via DA Form
2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms), submitted
through the brigade standardization office for review. (Para 1- 10)
>What is the purpose of the kneeboard-formatted Annex A? . Answer ;Annex A
provides kneeboard-formatted planning and execution tools for rapid integration,
and units maintain flexibility to alter the formatting as needed. (Para 1-2)
>What does FAC stand for in the context of the Aircrew Training Program? .
Answer ;Flight Activity Category. (Para 2-2)
>Can there be any FAC 3-designated positions at the brigade or lower levels? .
Answer ;No, there are no FAC 3-designated positions at the brigade or lower
levels. (Para 2-2)
>Before a crewmember's first flight, what must be initiated regarding the Aircrew
Information Reading File (AIRF)? . Answer ;The aircrew information reading files
must be read, and the card/digital tracker must be initiated. (Para 2-5)
, >What are the two overriding considerations in crew selection? . Answer ;Mission
accomplishment and safety. (Para 2-12)
>What is the minimum crew for a UH-60 performing Medical Evacuation
(MEDEVAC)? . Answer ;A minimum crew of four is required for MEDEVAC. (Para 2-
13)
>The no-notice evaluation program is a command tool designed to measure the
effectiveness of what two programs? . Answer ;The effectiveness of aircrew and
collective training programs. (Para 2- 29)
>At what altitude is the increased recovery hard deck for night Maintenance Test
Flights (MTFs) involving autorotational descents? . Answer ;1,000 feet above
ground level (AGL). (Para 2-34)
>What are the prerequisites for an aviator to be designated as a Pilot in
Command (PC)? . Answer ;Be qualified, current, and RL1 in the aircraft;
demonstrate sound judgment and proficiency; and have satisfactorily completed
at least one APART. Recommendations from a PC board and specific flight hour
minimums are also recommended. (Para 2-47)
>Who serves as the overall mission leader when two or more aircraft are
operating as one flight? . Answer ;The Air Mission Commander (AMC). (Para 2-77)
>Can an aviation platoon leader begin Air Mission Commander (AMC) training
before making PC? If so, who must approve it? . Answer ;Yes, but they must be
approved by the first O-6 in the chain of command. (Para 2-80)
