SWA: SOUTHWEST AIRLINES TECHNICAL/SAFETY COMPLETE EXAM
REAL QUESTIONS + DETAILED ANSWERS - LATEST VERSION - TOP
RATED 2026/2027
Q1. The preflight cabin equipment checklist is located in which chapter of the
FAM?
• A) Chapter 3
• B) Chapter 4
• C) Chapter 5 ANSWER
• D) Chapter 6
Q2. Photoluminescent strips must be charged with the overhead lights on for
how long prior to passenger boarding?
• A) 5 minutes
• B) 10 minutes ANSWER
• C) 15 minutes
• D) 20 minutes
Q3. On night flights, should you adjust the cabin lighting?
• A) Yes ANSWER
• B) No
• C) Only if passengers request it
• D) Only on international flights
,Q4. What areas are NOT included in the security search completed by
Southwest Airlines Aircraft Appearance Technicians on originating flights?
• A) Overhead bins
• B) Seat pockets
• C) Alcohol kits ANSWER
• D) Lavatories
Q5. The captain's preflight crew briefing typically includes all of the following
EXCEPT:
• A) Anticipated weather
• B) Anticipated delays
• C) Mechanical or maintenance issues
• D) Passenger seating assignments ANSWER
Q6. After the door has been shut, what must the Flight Attendant verify?
• A) The galley is stocked
• B) All passengers are seated
• C) The door is locked, top and bottom seals appear flush, and safety
straps are inside ANSWER
• D) The overhead bins are closed
Q7. On the final walkthrough, what does the "A" Flight Attendant communicate
to the "B" Flight Attendant?
• A) Service instructions
• B) Passenger count ANSWER
• C) Weather conditions
• D) Gate information
,Q8. How many Flight Attendants must be present in the forward galley when a
pilot needs to use the lavatory during flight?
• A) One
• B) Two ANSWER
• C) Three
• D) None — door opens automatically
Q9. Rows for service on the 737-700 for the "A" Flight Attendant are:
• A) 1–8 ANSWER
• B) 9–16
• C) 17–24
• D) 1–10
Q10. Rows for service on the 737-800 for the "C" Flight Attendant are:
• A) 1–8
• B) 9–15
• C) 9–15 ANSWER
• D) 16–22
Q11. Rows for the "B" Flight Attendant on the 737-800 are:
• A) 1–8
• B) 9–15
• C) 16–22 ANSWER
• D) 23–30
Q12. Rows for the "D" Flight Attendant on the 737-800 are:
• A) 1–8
• B) 9–15
, • C) 16–22
• D) 23–30 ANSWER
Q13. What is the minimum passing grade required on each exam during
Southwest Airlines Flight Attendant training?
• A) 80%
• B) 85%
• C) 90% ANSWER
• D) 95%
Q14. The training facility for Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants is known as:
• A) Southwest Training Center
• B) Southwest Airlines University (SWA U) ANSWER
• C) Southwest Academy
• D) Dallas Aviation School
Q15. During pushback from the gate, passengers must:
• A) Remain standing
• B) Have seatbacks upright, tray tables up, and seat belts fastened
ANSWER
• C) Stow all electronic devices permanently
• D) Open window shades
Q16. Laptop computers and similarly sized electronic devices must be stowed
during:
• A) Takeoff only
• B) Landing only
• C) Pushback and final descent ANSWER
REAL QUESTIONS + DETAILED ANSWERS - LATEST VERSION - TOP
RATED 2026/2027
Q1. The preflight cabin equipment checklist is located in which chapter of the
FAM?
• A) Chapter 3
• B) Chapter 4
• C) Chapter 5 ANSWER
• D) Chapter 6
Q2. Photoluminescent strips must be charged with the overhead lights on for
how long prior to passenger boarding?
• A) 5 minutes
• B) 10 minutes ANSWER
• C) 15 minutes
• D) 20 minutes
Q3. On night flights, should you adjust the cabin lighting?
• A) Yes ANSWER
• B) No
• C) Only if passengers request it
• D) Only on international flights
,Q4. What areas are NOT included in the security search completed by
Southwest Airlines Aircraft Appearance Technicians on originating flights?
• A) Overhead bins
• B) Seat pockets
• C) Alcohol kits ANSWER
• D) Lavatories
Q5. The captain's preflight crew briefing typically includes all of the following
EXCEPT:
• A) Anticipated weather
• B) Anticipated delays
• C) Mechanical or maintenance issues
• D) Passenger seating assignments ANSWER
Q6. After the door has been shut, what must the Flight Attendant verify?
• A) The galley is stocked
• B) All passengers are seated
• C) The door is locked, top and bottom seals appear flush, and safety
straps are inside ANSWER
• D) The overhead bins are closed
Q7. On the final walkthrough, what does the "A" Flight Attendant communicate
to the "B" Flight Attendant?
• A) Service instructions
• B) Passenger count ANSWER
• C) Weather conditions
• D) Gate information
,Q8. How many Flight Attendants must be present in the forward galley when a
pilot needs to use the lavatory during flight?
• A) One
• B) Two ANSWER
• C) Three
• D) None — door opens automatically
Q9. Rows for service on the 737-700 for the "A" Flight Attendant are:
• A) 1–8 ANSWER
• B) 9–16
• C) 17–24
• D) 1–10
Q10. Rows for service on the 737-800 for the "C" Flight Attendant are:
• A) 1–8
• B) 9–15
• C) 9–15 ANSWER
• D) 16–22
Q11. Rows for the "B" Flight Attendant on the 737-800 are:
• A) 1–8
• B) 9–15
• C) 16–22 ANSWER
• D) 23–30
Q12. Rows for the "D" Flight Attendant on the 737-800 are:
• A) 1–8
• B) 9–15
, • C) 16–22
• D) 23–30 ANSWER
Q13. What is the minimum passing grade required on each exam during
Southwest Airlines Flight Attendant training?
• A) 80%
• B) 85%
• C) 90% ANSWER
• D) 95%
Q14. The training facility for Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants is known as:
• A) Southwest Training Center
• B) Southwest Airlines University (SWA U) ANSWER
• C) Southwest Academy
• D) Dallas Aviation School
Q15. During pushback from the gate, passengers must:
• A) Remain standing
• B) Have seatbacks upright, tray tables up, and seat belts fastened
ANSWER
• C) Stow all electronic devices permanently
• D) Open window shades
Q16. Laptop computers and similarly sized electronic devices must be stowed
during:
• A) Takeoff only
• B) Landing only
• C) Pushback and final descent ANSWER
