Fire Academy Hazmat Practice Exam 2026 – Complete Test Prep

An air bill is the document that accompanies air cargo and lists what is on board, including any hazardous materials, as well as handling and emergency information. It’s kept in the cockpit because it’s part of the critical flight documents the crew uses to know what’s in the aircraft and to communicate relevant details to responders if an incident occurs. First responders rely on this document to determine whether hazmat is present, what needs to be done to stay safe, and who to contact for further information. The air bill isn’t typically stored in the cargo hold, baggage areas, or passenger areas, since those locations don’t provide quick access to the flight crew’s essential documentation.