SIFT Practice Test 2026 — Free SIFT Exam Prep Questions
Every applicant to Army flight training, whether a warrant officer candidate or a commissioned officer, must reach the SIFT qualifying score before they can be selected. Our practice covers all seven subtests: Simple Drawings, Hidden Figures, Army aviation information, spatial apperception, reading, math and mechanical comprehension. Explanations focus on the helicopter knowledge and test strategy that raise your score.
Gear A (10 teeth) turns clockwise at 90 rpm. It meshes with gear B (30 teeth), which in turn meshes with gear C (15 teeth). How does gear C turn?
SIFT format, scoring & key facts
Web-based only, on a secure server at Army education/test centers (no paper version) · computer-adaptive.
Facts last verified Oct 4, 2026. Source: mn.gov/mnng/assets/SIFT_FAQ_tcm1229-731633.pdf. Always confirm details with Army before your exam.
When can you take the SIFT?
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What the SIFT covers
Every PrepBanq SIFT test covers the official content areas; the test owner does not publish weights.
| Content domain | Our practice questions |
|---|---|
Simple Drawings (SD)Speeded perceptual task: spot the one drawing that differs from the others (100 items, 2 minutes). | 2 questions → |
Hidden Figures (HF)Find a simple shape embedded in a more complex figure (50 items, 5 minutes). | 2 questions → |
Army Aviation Information Test (AAIT)Aviation terms, helicopter components and controls, basic aerodynamics, and flight rules (40 items, 30 minutes). | 6 questions → |
Spatial Apperception Test (SAT)Work out the aircraft's attitude and direction from the view out the cockpit (25 items, 10 minutes). | 3 questions → |
Reading Comprehension Test (RCT)Get meaning from written passages (20 items, 30 minutes). | 3 questions → |
Math Skills Test (MST)Mathematical skills and aptitude without a calculator; adaptive length (40 minutes). | 5 questions → |
Mechanical Comprehension Test (MCT)Mechanical concepts and simple machines; adaptive length (15 minutes). | 4 questions → |
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SIFT FAQ
How long is the SIFT exam?
Testing time for the SIFT is 2 hours 12 minutes.
How much does the SIFT cost?
The SIFT registration fee is No charge. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the SIFT?
The SIFT covers Simple Drawings (SD), Hidden Figures (HF), Army Aviation Information Test (AAIT), Spatial Apperception Test (SAT), Reading Comprehension Test (RCT), Math Skills Test (MST), Mechanical Comprehension Test (MCT).
Who administers the SIFT?
The Selection Instrument for Flight Training (SIFT) is administered by Army. Delivery: Web-based only, on a secure server at Army education/test centers (no paper version).
Is there a free SIFT practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free SIFT practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real SIFT formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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