AMERICAN AIRLINES FLIGHT ATTENDANT TRAINING 787 EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
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Core Domains
Aircraft Systems and Terminology *
Emergency Procedures and Evacuation *
Ditching and Water Survival *
Medical Emergencies and First Aid *
Regulatory Compliance and FARs *
Ethics and Professional Standards *
Crew Resource Management *
Customer Service and Passenger Handling *
Introduction
This comprehensive assessment evaluates the knowledge and
competency required of American Airlines Flight Attendant trainees
on the Boeing 787. The examination covers aircraft systems,
emergency procedures, medical response protocols, regulatory
requirements, and professional standards essential for cabin crew
certification. Questions incorporate both theoretical foundations
and scenario-based decision-making scenarios that mirror real-
world situations encountered in flight operations. Emphasis is
placed on safety compliance, critical thinking under pressure, and
the ability to apply established procedures during emergency and
non-emergency events. Candidates must demonstrate mastery of
terminology, equipment location and operation, crew coordination
protocols, and customer service excellence standards expected of
American Airlines professionals.
,SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
What does the abbreviation APU stand for in aviation
terminology?
A. Automatic Pilot Unit
B. Auxiliary Power Unit
C. Aircraft Propulsion Unit
D. Alternate Pressure Unit
🟢 B. Auxiliary Power Unit
🔴 RATIONALE: The APU provides ground power to the aircraft
when engines are not running, primarily used when parked at the
gate.
Question 2
On the Boeing 787, which jumpseat is assigned to FA 1/Purser?
A. 2L Aft facing
B. 4R Forward facing
C. 1L
D. 3R
🟢 C. 1L
🔴 RATIONALE: FA 1/Purser occupies the 1L jumpseat on the
Boeing 787, which provides the Purser with optimal visibility of
the cabin and access to the master control panels.
,Question 3
What is the primary purpose of arming an aircraft exit door?
A. To lock the door for security
B. To activate the emergency lighting system
C. To attach the evacuation slide to the aircraft floor
D. To signal the flight deck that boarding is complete
🟢 C. To attach the evacuation slide to the aircraft floor
🔴 RATIONALE: Arming is the process of attaching the evacuation
slide to the aircraft floor at departure. When the door is opened in
armed mode, the slide deploys and inflates automatically.
Question 4
A passenger appears unresponsive. After tapping and shouting
with no response, what is the FIRST action you should take?
A. Retrieve the AED immediately
B. Declare a Code Red
C. Lay the person flat on the floor
D. Notify the captain via interphone
🟢 B. Declare a Code Red
🔴 RATIONALE: After confirming unresponsiveness, the first step
is to declare a Code Red to alert crew members to the emergency
and initiate the response protocol.
, Question 5
What is the ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths during
adult CPR?
A. 15:2
B. 30:2
C. 30:1
D. 100:2
🟢 B. 30:2
🔴 RATIONALE: The American Heart Association guidelines for
adult CPR specify a ratio of 30 chest compressions to 2 rescue
breaths.
Question 6
What is the recommended rate for performing chest
compressions?
A. 60 per minute
B. 80 per minute
C. 100 per minute
D. 140 per minute
🟢 C. 100 per minute
🔴 RATIONALE: Chest compressions should be performed at a
rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute to maintain adequate
blood flow during CPR.
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
Core Domains
Aircraft Systems and Terminology *
Emergency Procedures and Evacuation *
Ditching and Water Survival *
Medical Emergencies and First Aid *
Regulatory Compliance and FARs *
Ethics and Professional Standards *
Crew Resource Management *
Customer Service and Passenger Handling *
Introduction
This comprehensive assessment evaluates the knowledge and
competency required of American Airlines Flight Attendant trainees
on the Boeing 787. The examination covers aircraft systems,
emergency procedures, medical response protocols, regulatory
requirements, and professional standards essential for cabin crew
certification. Questions incorporate both theoretical foundations
and scenario-based decision-making scenarios that mirror real-
world situations encountered in flight operations. Emphasis is
placed on safety compliance, critical thinking under pressure, and
the ability to apply established procedures during emergency and
non-emergency events. Candidates must demonstrate mastery of
terminology, equipment location and operation, crew coordination
protocols, and customer service excellence standards expected of
American Airlines professionals.
,SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
What does the abbreviation APU stand for in aviation
terminology?
A. Automatic Pilot Unit
B. Auxiliary Power Unit
C. Aircraft Propulsion Unit
D. Alternate Pressure Unit
🟢 B. Auxiliary Power Unit
🔴 RATIONALE: The APU provides ground power to the aircraft
when engines are not running, primarily used when parked at the
gate.
Question 2
On the Boeing 787, which jumpseat is assigned to FA 1/Purser?
A. 2L Aft facing
B. 4R Forward facing
C. 1L
D. 3R
🟢 C. 1L
🔴 RATIONALE: FA 1/Purser occupies the 1L jumpseat on the
Boeing 787, which provides the Purser with optimal visibility of
the cabin and access to the master control panels.
,Question 3
What is the primary purpose of arming an aircraft exit door?
A. To lock the door for security
B. To activate the emergency lighting system
C. To attach the evacuation slide to the aircraft floor
D. To signal the flight deck that boarding is complete
🟢 C. To attach the evacuation slide to the aircraft floor
🔴 RATIONALE: Arming is the process of attaching the evacuation
slide to the aircraft floor at departure. When the door is opened in
armed mode, the slide deploys and inflates automatically.
Question 4
A passenger appears unresponsive. After tapping and shouting
with no response, what is the FIRST action you should take?
A. Retrieve the AED immediately
B. Declare a Code Red
C. Lay the person flat on the floor
D. Notify the captain via interphone
🟢 B. Declare a Code Red
🔴 RATIONALE: After confirming unresponsiveness, the first step
is to declare a Code Red to alert crew members to the emergency
and initiate the response protocol.
, Question 5
What is the ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths during
adult CPR?
A. 15:2
B. 30:2
C. 30:1
D. 100:2
🟢 B. 30:2
🔴 RATIONALE: The American Heart Association guidelines for
adult CPR specify a ratio of 30 chest compressions to 2 rescue
breaths.
Question 6
What is the recommended rate for performing chest
compressions?
A. 60 per minute
B. 80 per minute
C. 100 per minute
D. 140 per minute
🟢 C. 100 per minute
🔴 RATIONALE: Chest compressions should be performed at a
rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute to maintain adequate
blood flow during CPR.
