Memory & Differences
2 minutesPractice holding a number in memory while quickly entering the difference from the next number. The real exam format is generally 8 parts, about 90 seconds each.
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Free ATSA Prep (beta) Practice
Free ATSA-style practice for applicants preparing for the FAA Air Traffic Skills Assessment. Work through focused simulations for memory, mental math, spatial awareness, radar multitasking, personality-style statements, reading comprehension, and logical reasoning.
This is independent practice material and is not affiliated with the FAA, Pearson VUE, or any official testing provider.
Mistakes are part of the test
The real ATSA is not only looking at whether you make a mistake; it also tests how well you recover and keep working. If a collision happens during radar practice, stay calm, reset mentally, and focus on preventing the next one instead of rushing or letting one error disrupt your rhythm.
Full-length mode
Complete ATSA Practice Test
Run the cognitive ATSA-style sections together in order, with section intros, transition breaks, timed parts, and one final results summary.
Value Assignments
3-5 minutesWork through changing A, B, and C assignments with short mental-math prompts. The actual ATSA generally includes 3 parts with 10 variable sets per part.
Start practiceSpatial Awareness / Visualization
3-5 minutesJudge whether LEFT or RIGHT prompts are true from aircraft and observer perspectives. The actual ATSA generally includes 2 parts of 30 questions each, 60 total.
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4-6 minutesManage moving radar targets, remove threats, and optionally answer math distractors. The real exam format is generally 2 parts, about 8-10 minutes each.
Start practicePersonality Assessment
UntimedPractice three-statement forced-choice groups and review neutral response themes.
Start practiceReading Comprehension
5-7 minutesRead short procedural passages and answer multiple-choice comprehension questions. The actual ATSA generally includes 18 questions in 15 minutes.
Start practiceLogical Reasoning
5-7 minutesSolve rule-based ordering, comparison, and inference questions. The actual ATSA generally includes 15 questions in 20 minutes.
Start practiceHow to use this
- 1Practice each section individually
- 2Use a physical keyboard when possible
- 3Do not use scratch paper for mental math sections
- 4Recover quickly after mistakes and return to your rhythm
- 5Track weak areas
- 6Repeat short sessions rather than burning out
FAQ
What is the ATSA?
The Air Traffic Skills Assessment is a screening assessment used in the air traffic controller applicant process. It includes several cognitive and personality-style task areas.
Is this official ATSA prep (beta)?
No. Toolistri's practice is independent, unofficial, and original. It is not affiliated with the FAA, Pearson VUE, or any official testing provider.
Do I need aviation knowledge?
No aviation knowledge is required for these practice drills. The exercises focus on memory, logic, spatial awareness, reading, and multitasking-style skills.
Should I use a keyboard?
A keyboard is recommended for the timed and simulation sections because it better matches fast-response practice.
Can I practice on mobile?
Yes. The pages are responsive and include touch controls, but keyboard-heavy sections work best on a laptop or desktop.