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1,170 source-linked questions across 12 EWorld objectives. Built for ATC Staff Sergeants testing for E-6: overseeing radar operations, AFI 13-204 certification programs, host-nation Letters of Procedure, TSN training oversight, CRM training delivery, LOA coordination, and the supervisory standards that drive the Craftsman SKT.
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1C171 Air Traffic Control Craftsman Overview
Who It's For
The 1C171 Air Traffic Control Craftsman SKT is for ATC Staff Sergeants testing for promotion to Technical Sergeant. The Craftsman SKT goes well beyond journeyman fundamentals — you're now overseeing radar operations during exercises, mentoring journeymen on certification under AFI 13-204, coordinating host-nation Letters of Procedure, supervising TSN training and standardization, delivering CRM training, evaluating controller performance, and managing LOAs across agencies.
Each question is mapped to a specific EWorld objective so you can drill into the supervisory and program-management areas that move your line number.
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Craftsman-level testing rewards depth on programs you may have only operated at the line level: training program oversight, host-nation coordination, LOA management, certification administration, and the safety-program supervision that comes with E-6.
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Sample Questions
Ten questions drawn from the 1C171 Air Traffic Control Craftsman practice exam. Tap any question to reveal the answer choices and source-linked explanation.
Q01
Radar Oversight · Multi-Aircraft
A craftsman is overseeing radar operations during a multi-aircraft exercise.
What is the primary responsibility in this role?
- AMonitor weather
- BEnsure separation and procedural compliance
- CFile flight plans
- DIssue maintenance orders
Q02
Doctrine · AFI 13-204
A craftsman is mentoring a journeyman on certification procedures.
What document governs ATC certification and rating programs?
- AAFI 13-204
- BAFI 36-2903
- CAFI 10-2501
- DAFI 33-119
Q03
Host Nation · LOPs
A craftsman is coordinating with host nation agencies for joint airfield operations.
What must be completed before implementation?
- AVerbal agreement
- BFunctional review of LOPs
- CEquipment inspection
- DFlight schedule approval
Q04
Training Program · TSN
A craftsman is updating the training program for new controllers.
What role supports standardization and evaluation?
- ATSN
- BCCTLR
- CNSE
- DAOF/CC
Q05
Shift Turnover · Briefing
A craftsman is preparing a turnover briefing for incoming shift leaders.
What information must be included?
- APersonal feedback
- BTraffic flow, equipment status, and weather updates
- CUniform violations
- DFitness scores
Q06
Trend Analysis · Safety Reports
A craftsman is reviewing radar logs for procedural errors.
What action should follow identification of a trend?
- AIgnore unless repeated
- BSubmit a safety report and initiate retraining
- CNotify public affairs
- DRequest equipment upgrade
Q07
CRM · Crew Coordination
A craftsman is asked to explain CRM principles during a training session.
What concept is central to CRM?
- AIndividual decision-making
- BCrew coordination and communication
- CPassive observation
- DStrict hierarchy
Q08
Performance Eval · Simulated Emergency
A craftsman is evaluating a controller's performance during a simulated emergency.
What factor is most critical?
- ASpeed of response
- BAdherence to procedures and clarity of communication
- CPersonal confidence
- DUniform appearance
Q09
Airspace · LOAs
A craftsman is coordinating airspace usage with multiple agencies.
What tool supports this process?
- ANOTAMs
- BLOAs
- CFlight manifests
- DWeather briefings
Q10
Upgrade Eligibility · Training Records
A craftsman is reviewing a controller's training record for upgrade eligibility.
What must be verified?
- ALeave history
- BCertification dates and task completion
- CFitness scores
- DPersonal preferences
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