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1,001 questions about the ASTB (post your scores & ask your questions here!)

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exNavyOffRec

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Anthony2000 said:
I went through MEPS had to submit more docs. Those docs cleared and now they are at N3M. I’m applying OCT Board. I was told by my recruiter they won’t let you submit your packet until you’re a few months from graduation. I have all of my LORs done ASTB done. Just medical
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@cgoss99 is correct, you can submit up to a year from graduation, sometimes they have changed it to 6 months before.
 
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wonderb0iwl

Active Member
Can someone help explain this question.

"Using manual elevator trim tabs to reduce
backward stick pressure, what must
happen?"

So I was thinking, backward stick pressure means nose up, so elevators will move up to decrease lift and trim will move in opposite direction so down. But according to the answer it says, "Nose-down trim is accomplished
with elevator trim tab moving up." What am I missing?
 
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mapache2426

Member
wonderb0iwl said:
Can someone help explain this question.

"Using manual elevator trim tabs to reduce
backward stick pressure, what must
happen?"

So I was thinking, backward stick pressure means nose up, so elevators will move up to decrease lift and trim will move in opposite direction so down. But according to the answer it says, "Nose-down trim is accomplished
with elevator trim tab moving up." What am I missing?
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reduce backward stick pressure = trim nose down = trim tab up > elevator down ?
 
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mapache2426

Member
wonderb0iwl said:
But if you want to reduce backward stick pressure doesn't that mean nose up so trim nose up?
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based on the answer given it must mean that you’re experiencing backstick pressure on your hand so you want to trim nose down to relieve, rather than what i think you’re thinking (relieving back stick pressure that you’re exerting on the plane)
 
68Chev

68Chev

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mapache2426 said:
reduce backward stick pressure = trim nose down = trim tab up > elevator down ?
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I see it as Backward stick pressure equals pilot input to bring the nose up. Which means the planes natural tendency to want to pitch down. In this situation, the pilot would apply "nose up trim" to bring the nose up. "Nose up trim" is equal to the trim tabs moving down. For further explanation: Nose up trim = desire for nose to move upwards = elevator moving up, also meaning trim moving down. If you want to Understand it on a deeper level, Look at the elevator and horizontal stabilizer as one pair. Look at the elevator and trim tab as a separate pair. Ive attached a photo and the link to where I found info on this. FAA HANDBOOK, Page 5-43 and 6-10/11 is very helpful.

FAA Document (Go to page 5-43, 6-10, 6-11)
 

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Kbmoore5

New Member
Good afternoon everyone,
Took the ASTB for the first time and Scored:
OAR:52
AQR: 4
PFAR: 4
FOFAR: 4

I am applying for NFO, I know I do not currently qualify from the scores listed above, But would greatly appreciate feedback on what sections of the exam play into the AQR and FOFAR portions so I can try and get some practice and studying in.

Thank you for the assistance!
 
68Chev

68Chev

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Hello everybody. Applying to the Oct 31 board for SNA with my score of 63 8/8/7 and I wanted to contribute to the gouge that's already on here as well as my experience with the test. This was my second attempt at it. My first attempt was a 58 7/6/6. The first time around was a while ago so I may be wrong, but I believe there has been some changes to the test. The first three sections, MST, RST and MCT do now give you a countdown clock. But, it is still up to you to keep track of what question you’re on. This helped me relax and focus as I knew where I was in relation to time left.


MST - 30 questions, 40 minutes. The best way to prepare for this is to time yourself as you take the math practice tests. Time yourself to be able to steady your pace and not to dedicate too much time to a question. However, the real test is adaptive for those that don't know, so be quick but more important, right. Be prepared to run into integers raised to a fraction, matrices, DRT problems, logs, long division/multiplication and area/surface area problems. Also, recommended by a different person here on AW, I used a “Problem Generator” to help get my mental math faster.

RCT - 20 questions, 30 minutes. If you’re like me and read at a 3rd grade level, I highly suggest studying for this by reading the FAA Manual and any heavy reading as well as the RCT portion of the practice test in Kyles Gouge under “Complete Tests” Elimite wrong choices as you go down the list of options but try to find the one that is DIRECTLY Supported by the paragraph. All questions I had had to do with NAVY programs and alot of technical/confusing wording.

MCT - 30 questions, 15 minutes. This means 30 sec a question average but like the Math section, if you're answering correctly and within time, it will cut you off. Keep track of what question you’re on. Be prepared for questions regarding pulleys, levers/fulcrums, simple electronic components/circuits, acceleration = 9.81 m/s^2, springs and projection motion.

ANIT - 15 questions. There is so much info its hard to really get everything but read the FAA Manual and highlighted chapters as well as all other reading info in Kyle’s Gouge. Those chapters cover a lot. These “Flashcards” cover a lot of info too. Familiarize yourself with parts of a ship. Head = bathroom, Galley = Kitchen ETC.

NAFTI - 99 questions in 35 minutes. No way to gauge this. Just answer honestly. Since I took it the first time, they have now given you a counter for what question you’re on.

UAV - 48 questions. The old style used to be 8 directions. N,S,E,W as well as NE,NW,SE,SW. But, they have changed it to 12 Directions, 30 degree increments. Read “This” to better understand what I'm talking about. The absolute best way to study for this is the TBAS Prep. It costs money but it's better than flashcards. Be able to have a low 1 sec reaction time and know like the back of your hand. The questions come at you very fast, a lot faster than the TBAS prep, so be prepared.

PBM - Stick and Throttle. Buy yourself a flight stick. I used the logitech one. Use JoytoKey and Jantzens simulator. Trigger for even numbers and thumb for odd is how I did it. The real test is not 30 sec. It's about 3 minutes straight and I would say a level 5 or 6 difficulty on Jantzens Simulator. Also write down your emergency procedures on a piece of paper and put it in front of you.

If you have any questions then message me and I will try to help.

I hope this helps out some of you. Good Luck.
 
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wonderb0iwl

Active Member
68Chev said:
The old style used to be 8 directions. N,S,E,W as well as NE,NW,SE,SW. But, they have changed it to 12 Directions, 30 degree increments.
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Well that's worrying considering how I am taking the test Friday and have not heard that they updated the test. I've been reading this thread and it doesn't seem like they did.

Edit: so your test had a drop down menu?
 
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Kbmoore5

New Member
wonderb0iwl said:
Well that's worrying considering how I am taking the test Friday and have not heard that they updated the test. I've been reading this thread and it doesn't seem like they did. Did you use the compass trick?
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Today I only noticed the 8 directional system, I take it again the Sep 2nd and will be practicing on all 8 directions. If you see different please let me know.
 
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