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FAE 2025/2026 Exam – 190+ Verified Questions & Answers | Pump Operations, Aerial Procedures, Foam Systems, Drafting & NFPA Standards

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This high-impact study resource contains over 190 verified and graded Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) exam questions and answers, specifically curated for the 2025/2026 academic year. Designed to deliver maximum visibility and exam relevance, the content is presented in a fast-paced Q&A format covering pump operations, aerial ladder setup, relay pumping, foam application systems, fluid pressure principles, drafting theory, nozzle control, NFPA codes, apparatus inspection, brake testing, hydraulic rescue tools, and much more. Each question is paired with a trusted and correct answer, making this document ideal for deep learning and quick revision. All major fire service standards and formulas are clearly explained, including flow and friction loss calculations, nozzle reaction equations, and master stream operations. In addition, it features troubleshooting protocols, inspection procedures, vehicle operation exercises, and aerial apparatus safety considerations, ensuring comprehensive coverage of both technical knowledge and real-world application. This resource is perfect for: • Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) candidates • Firefighter I & II students • Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) trainees • Fire Science and Fire Technology students • NFPA 1002, 1451, 1901, and 1911 training programs • Recruits in academy training and promotional exam preparation • Experienced firefighters refreshing theory and performance standards Whether you’re aiming to pass certification exams with confidence, prepare for department assessments, or strengthen operational understanding, this document offers everything you need in one place. Keywords: FAE exam, pump operations, aerial ladder, relay pumping, nozzle reaction, NFPA 1002, drafting theory, foam systems, fire apparatus inspection, fluid pressure, fire hydrant classes, centrifugal pump, firefighting hydraulics, service testing, master stream devices

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In some parts of the country, before the empty fire buckets were filled with water,

they were filled with ___ to be thrown on a fire. - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔sand


1 cubic foot of water weighs ___ lbs: - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔62.5


The surface area of 1 cubic foot of water is ___ sq. inches: - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔144


1 sq. inch of water exerts ___ psi: - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔0.434


Most fire apparatus are rated for operations at elevations up to ___ ft: - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔2000


If the anti-siphon hole is clogged, then oil will ___ flow into the priming pump: - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔continuously

,Today, the thread size on different communities' fire hydrants is: - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔unique


The first gasoline-powered fire apparatus was used to: - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔get chief

officers to the fireground

In 1911, what city became one of the first with a fully motorized fire department? -

🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Savannah, Georgia


The first real breakthrough for today's apparatus was the triple-combination

pumper. It carried water, hose, ladders, firefighters, and a pump with a capacity of

___ GPM. - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔250 GPM


Due to the weight carried by modern fire apparatus, auxiliary brakes have been

incorporated that aid braking by using what system to help slow it? - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔the engine's own systems to help slow it


NFPA 1901 now requires what kind of system to help reconstruct an incident the

apparatus might be involved in: - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔vehicle data recorders


Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) uses sensors mounted on each wheel to: - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔control brake application in the event of a sudden or emergency

stop

, One safety that is all too often underutilized by many crew members is: - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔seatbelts


To be the driver of a pumper, a firefighter would need to be proficient in which

NFPA 1002 chapter? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔4


NFPA 1451 Standard for Fire and Emergency Service Vehicle Operations Training

Program requires drivers/operators to reauthorize how often? - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔annually


It is the responsibility of the ___ to conduct ongoing training to ensure the

personnel's proficiency with regard to the safe and proper use of the fire apparatus

and its equipment. - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔purchasing jurisdiction


A(n) ___ is an apparatus designed to be more maneuverable than the pumper, but

would require the same training as a pumper. - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔initial attack fire

apparatus

If a mobile water supply apparatus is equipped with a fire pump, it must carry a

minimum of _____ ft. of 2 1/2"+ hose must be available. - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔200


5 functions of a quint: - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔1) pump


2) water tank


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