Alberta Air Brake (Q) Practice Test 2026

Alberta drivers need the Q endorsement before driving any vehicle with air brakes. After the Air Brake Program course and practical assessment, you write a 30-question knowledge test at a registry agent. These original questions follow Alberta sources.

  • Bedrijfsvoertuig
  • Alberta
  • 60 vragen
  • Gecontroleerd op 10 oktober 2026

Kort antwoord

Het officiële examen heeft 30 vragen. Geslaagd: 25 of 30; the test ends after 6 wrong answers. Er is geen tijdslimiet. Afgenomen door: Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors; test at registry agents. Oefen hier gratis met 60 vragen, elk met het antwoord en een uitleg. Gecontroleerd aan de hand van officiële bronnen op 10 oktober 2026.

Lees dit voordat je gaat oefenenBegin met de Alberta Air Brake (Q) Study Guide: notities in begrijpelijke taal, schema’s en de getallen die je moet onthouden.
  1. Vraag 1 van 25

    In Alberta, who needs a Q (air brake) endorsement?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. Drivers of Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 vehicles that have air brakes

    Drivers of any licence class need the Q endorsement before operating a vehicle with air brakes.

  2. Vraag 2 van 25

    Which licence requires the Q endorsement before it can be issued?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Class 1

    A Class 1 licence cannot be issued until you have the air brake endorsement.

  3. Vraag 3 van 25

    Which vehicle does NOT need a Q endorsement in Alberta?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. A single-motor farm vehicle

    Single-motor farm vehicles are exempt, but a farm combination that needs Class 1 still requires the endorsement.

  4. Vraag 4 van 25

    A farmer applies for Class 1 to drive a farm-registered tractor-trailer. Does the farmer need air brake training?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. Yes, Class 1 applicants must show air brake training

    Class 1 applicants must show proof of air brake training even when the vehicle is registered as a farm vehicle.

  5. Vraag 5 van 25

    Where do you take the classroom training for the Alberta Air Brake Program?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. At a licensed driver training school

    Classroom and practical training are given by licensed driver training schools.

  6. Vraag 6 van 25

    How long is the minimum classroom session in the Alberta Air Brake Program?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 6.5 hours

    The classroom session is at least 6.5 hours.

  7. Vraag 7 van 25

    Which manual does each student in the Alberta Air Brake Program receive?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Air Brake Manual: A Guide for Students

    Each student gets the Air Brake Manual: A Guide for Students.

  8. Vraag 8 van 25

    What happens in the practical training part of the program?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. A 15-minute demonstration, then you practise the pre-trip twice

    Practical training is a 15-minute demonstration followed by two practice pre-trip inspections.

  9. Vraag 9 van 25

    How long do you have to complete the one-on-one practical assessment?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. 15 minutes

    The practical assessment on the Air Brake Practical Test form has a 15-minute time limit.

  10. Vraag 10 van 25

    What do you receive when you pass the practical assessment?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. A Notice of Air Brake Program Completion

    Passing gives you a Notice of Air Brake Program Completion, which you take to a registry agent for the knowledge test.

  11. Vraag 11 van 25

    Where do you take the air brake knowledge test in Alberta?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. At any Alberta registry agent

    Take your Notice to any registry agent to write the knowledge test.

  12. Vraag 12 van 25

    How many questions are on the Alberta air brake knowledge test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. 30 multiple-choice questions

    The test has 30 multiple-choice questions.

  13. Vraag 13 van 25

    How many correct answers do you need to pass the Alberta air brake knowledge test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. 25

    You need 25 correct answers out of 30.

  14. Vraag 14 van 25

    When does the Alberta air brake knowledge test end automatically?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. After 6 incorrect answers

    The test ends automatically after 6 incorrect answers.

  15. Vraag 15 van 25

    Is there a time limit on the Alberta air brake knowledge test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. No

    There is no time limit and no limit on the number of attempts.

  16. Vraag 16 van 25

    In which languages is the Alberta air brake knowledge test offered?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. English only

    The electronic test is in English only. Paper and translated versions are not offered.

  17. Vraag 17 van 25

    You fail the air brake knowledge test. When can you try again?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. On a different day

    Retests must be taken on a different day.

  18. Vraag 18 van 25

    You fail the practical air brake assessment. What is allowed?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. One reassessment, on a different day, before more training

    One practical reassessment is allowed, on a different day, before additional training is required.

  19. Vraag 19 van 25

    Do you need a road test to get the Q endorsement?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. No

    A practical road test is not required for the air brake endorsement.

  20. Vraag 20 van 25

    How often must you renew the Q endorsement?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. It has no renewal requirement

    The air brake endorsement has no renewal requirement.

  21. Vraag 21 van 25

    What licence do you need to take the air brake knowledge test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. A valid Alberta driver's licence that is not suspended

    You need a valid Alberta driver's licence. Suspended licences are not eligible.

  22. Vraag 22 van 25

    Who may be allowed to take the air brake tests without the classroom and practical training?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Some qualified mechanics and vehicle inspection technicians

    Some heavy equipment and truck mechanics and inspection technicians may challenge the tests. Eligibility is confirmed with Examinations and Licensing.

  23. Vraag 23 van 25

    When did the Alberta Air Brake Program begin?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. November 1990

    The program was established in November 1990 to train drivers to use air brakes safely.

  24. Vraag 24 van 25

    During the air brake trip test, by what pressure should the low air warning be on?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. 60 psi

    The Commercial Driver's Guide says the low air warning should be on by 60 psi.

  25. Vraag 25 van 25

    As you lower the air pressure during the trip test, at what pressure should the park control valve pop out?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Between 20 and 45 psi

    The park control valve should pop out between 20 and 45 psi, applying the spring brakes.

Wat je moet weten voor het examen

  • The knowledge test has 30 multiple-choice questions. You need 25 correct, and it ends automatically after 6 wrong answers.
  • The test is electronic and in English only, with no time limit and no limit on attempts. Retests are on a different day.
  • Before the test, you complete at least 6.5 hours of classroom training at a licensed driver training school and a 15-minute practical assessment.
  • Single-motor farm vehicles do not need the Q endorsement, but a farm combination that needs a Class 1 licence does.
  • No road test is needed, and the endorsement has no renewal requirement.

Veelgestelde vragen

How many questions are on the Alberta air brake test?

30 multiple-choice questions. You need 25 correct, and the test ends after 6 wrong answers.

Is the Alberta air brake test timed?

No. There is no time limit and no limit on attempts, but each retest must be on a different day.

How do I get the Q endorsement?

Take the classroom and practical training at a licensed driver training school, pass the practical assessment, then take your Notice of Air Brake Program Completion to a registry agent and pass the knowledge test.

Does the Q endorsement expire?

No. The air brake endorsement has no renewal requirement.

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