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Sample SACAA Cabin Crew Rating Practice Questions

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1Under SA-CARs Part 64, what is the minimum passing score required on the SACAA Cabin Crew Member theoretical knowledge examination?
A.75%
B.70%
C.80%
D.85%
Explanation: SA-CARs Part 64 mandates a minimum passing grade of 75% for all written cabin crew licensing examinations.
2What is the primary action a cabin crew member must take immediately upon hearing the flight deck command 'CABIN CREW TO YOUR STATIONS' during an emergency landing preparation?
A.Secure themselves in their jump seats with harnesses fastened and begin silent review (30-second review)
B.Open the nearest overwing exit
C.Distribute food and beverages
D.Inflate life jackets inside the cabin
Explanation: Upon the emergency command, cabin crew immediately take their assigned jump seats, secure 4-point harnesses, and conduct their 30-second silent review.
3During a rapid cabin decompression at 35,000 ft, what is the approximate Time of Useful Consciousness (TUC) for an unsupplemented person?
A.30 to 60 seconds
B.3 to 5 minutes
C.10 to 12 minutes
D.5 to 10 seconds
Explanation: At FL350 (35,000 ft), Time of Useful Consciousness drops rapidly to 30 to 60 seconds, requiring immediate donning of oxygen masks.
4Under ICAO/IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, which Class covers Flammable Liquids such as aviation fuel, paints, and alcohol solutions exceeding 70% ABV?
A.Class 3
B.Class 2
C.Class 4
D.Class 8
Explanation: Dangerous Goods Class 3 designates Flammable Liquids.
5What type of portable fire extinguisher carried in commercial aircraft cabins is safest and most effective for electrical fires (Class E/C) and engine/galley fires without leaving corrosive residue?
A.Halon 1211 (BCF) or clean agent fire extinguisher
B.Water fire extinguisher
C.Dry powder extinguisher
D.Foam extinguisher
Explanation: Halon 1211 (or approved clean gas agents) is non-conductive, leaves no residue, and effectively smothers electrical and flammable liquid fires.
6An adult passenger collapses in the aisle and is unresponsive and not breathing normally. What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for CPR administered by a single rescuer?
A.30 compressions to 2 rescue breaths
B.15 compressions to 2 rescue breaths
C.5 compressions to 1 rescue breath
D.50 compressions to 5 rescue breaths
Explanation: Standard ILCOR and aviation first aid guidelines mandate a ratio of 30 chest compressions to 2 rescue breaths for adult CPR.
7Under SA-CARs Part 64, what is the maximum validity period of a Cabin Crew Member Licence rating before requiring recurrent training and a competency check?
A.12 months
B.24 months
C.6 months
D.36 months
Explanation: Cabin Crew Member ratings are valid for 12 months and require annual recurrent training and practical proficiency checks.
8What is the primary purpose of the Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) / smoke hood carried on commercial aircraft?
A.To supply breathable oxygen and protect cabin crew eyes and respiratory tract from smoke and toxic gases during firefighting
B.To provide passenger oxygen during cabin depressurization
C.To serve as a flotation device during ditching
D.To treat hyperventilating passengers
Explanation: PBE smoke hoods provide 15 minutes of breathing oxygen while sealing out toxic smoke and heat during onboard firefighting.
9Which level of threat under ICAO/SACAA Aviation Security guidelines corresponds to 'Disruptive Behavior (verbal abuse, non-compliance with crew instructions)'?
A.Level 1
B.Level 2
C.Level 3
D.Level 4
Explanation: Level 1 security threat represents disruptive behavior (verbal misconduct or refusal to comply). Level 2 is physical abuse, Level 3 is life-threatening behavior, Level 4 is flight deck breach/hijacking.
10When preparing the cabin for a planned emergency ditching on water, when should passengers be instructed to inflate their life jackets?
A.Immediately before exiting the aircraft at the door or emergency exit cutout
B.While seated inside the cabin before impact
C.During the descent phase
D.Only after swimming 50 meters away from the aircraft
Explanation: Life jackets must NEVER be inflated inside the cabin, because an inflated jacket restricts movement through exits and can trap passengers if water enters. Inflation must occur at the exit threshold.

About the SACAA Cabin Crew Rating Exam

The SACAA Cabin Crew Member Licence examination tests theoretical knowledge required under SA-CARs Part 64 for commercial cabin crew in South Africa. The assessment covers Safety and Emergency Procedures (SEP), aviation first aid, dangerous goods (ICAO/IATA), civil aviation regulations, human performance, and aviation security. Note: This online practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation and does not replace required practical wet/dry ditching drills, firefighting demonstrations, or practical skills testing with a CDE.

Questions

60 scored questions

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

75%

Exam Fee

~R450 per examination sitting under SACAA Part 187 fees (South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA))

SACAA Cabin Crew Rating Exam Content Outline

30%

Safety and Emergency Procedures

Aircraft emergency equipment, evacuation procedures, slide/raft deployment, fire safety, decompression, and emergency landings.

25%

Aviation Medicine and First Aid

In-flight medical emergencies, CPR, AED usage, hypoxia, hypothermia, medical kits, and passenger health management.

15%

Dangerous Goods Regulations

ICAO/IATA dangerous goods classes, hidden dangerous goods, cabin hazard identification, and emergency spillage response.

15%

Air Law and Part 64 Regulations

SA-CARs and SA-CATS Part 64, cabin crew duties, chain of command, flight time limitations, and crew documentation.

15%

Human Performance and Security

Crew Resource Management (CRM), passenger management, disruptive passenger handling, hijacking/security protocols, and human trafficking awareness.

How to Pass the SACAA Cabin Crew Rating Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 75%
  • Exam length: 60 questions
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam fee: ~R450 per examination sitting under SACAA Part 187 fees

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

SACAA Cabin Crew Rating Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus heavily on emergency commands, exit operations, and door armed/disarmed procedures.
2Review Dangerous Goods hazard labels (Classes 1–9) and forbidden items in passenger baggage.
3Know the symptoms and immediate response for rapid decompression (hypoxia, time of useful consciousness).
4Memorise first aid priorities (DR ABC, CPR ratios, AED safety) and Part 64 crew medical fitness rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the SACAA Cabin Crew Member theory exam?

The pass mark is 75% as set by the SACAA for all theoretical licensing examinations.

Does passing this theory test grant a Cabin Crew Licence?

Passing the written theory exam is a prerequisite. Candidates must also complete practical skills testing (including evacuation slide drills, firefighting, and raft deployment) with a Cabin Designated Examiner (CDE) within 6 months.

What regulations govern cabin crew licensing in South Africa?

Cabin crew licensing and operational standards in South Africa are governed by Part 64 of the South African Civil Aviation Regulations (SA-CARs).