# IFSTA Driver/Operator 3 > Education Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6444622325](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6444622325) ## Overview - **ID:** `id6444622325` - **Platform:** Apple - **Type:** Apple app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** IFSTA - **Category:** Education - **Rating:** 2.80 / 5 (24 ratings) - **Version:** 1.3.4 - **Last updated:** 2026-05-02 - **First published:** 2022-12-20 - **Size:** 75 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-24 - **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ifsta-driver-operator-3/id6444622325) - **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ifsta.org/about-us/privacy-notice](https://www.ifsta.org/about-us/privacy-notice) ## Description The Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator, 3rd Edition, streamlines the driver/operator training process by combining pumping and aerial apparatus topics. This App supports the content provided in our Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator, 3rd Edition, Manual. Included FREE in this App is Flashcards and Chapter 1 of the Exam Prep and Audiobook. Flashcards: Review all 298 key terms and definitions found in all 20 chapters of the Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator, 3rd Edition, Manual with flashcards. This feature is FREE for all users. Exam Prep: Use the 957 IFSTAⓇ-validated Exam Prep questions to confirm your understanding of the content in the Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition, Manual. The Exam Prep covers all 20 chapters of the Manual. Exam Prep tracks and records your progress, allowing you to review your exams and study your weaknesses. In addition, your missed questions are automatically added to your study deck. This feature requires an in-app purchase. All users have free access to Chapter 1. Audiobook: Purchase the Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, 3rd Edition, Audiobook through the App. All 20 chapters are narrated in their entirety for 18 hours of content. Features include offline access, bookmarks, and the ability to listen at your own speed. All users have free access to Chapter 1. This App covers the following topics: - Types of Apparatus Equipped with a Pump - Apparatus Inspection and Maintenance - Apparatus Safety and Operating Emergency Vehicles - Positioning Apparatus - Principles of Water - Hose Nozzles and Flow Rates - Theoretical Pressure Calculations - Fireground Hydraulic Calculations - Fire Pump Theory - Operating Fire Pumps - Static Water Supply Sources - Relay Pumping Operations - Water Shuttle Operations - Foam Equipment and Systems - Apparatus Testing - Introduction to Aerial Fire Apparatus - Positioning Aerial Apparatus - Stabilizing the Apparatus - Operating Aerial Apparatus - Aerial Apparatus Strategies and Tactics ## Rankings - #283,229 — Overall ## Review summary Users praise page-number references, adjustable exam prep, and the audiobook as strong study aids. However, content gaps (notably 16–20 and aerial apparatus in the audiobook), lack of explanations for wrong answers, and usability limitations in exam prep/bookmarking hinder learning. Reliability concerns after updates and ongoing pay-for-content issues (separate audiobook vs quizzes) also recur. Overall it’s a helpful study tool when content is complete and functioning, but reliability and coverage gaps limit its usefulness. ### Pros - Page-number references for questions help users quickly locate answers in the textbook. - Exam prep feature allows tailoring quizzes by chapter and question count, aiding focused study. - The audiobook portion is a valued study tool that many users rely on for exam prep. - Overall, the app is a useful study supplement to the IFSTA book. ### Cons - Missing or incomplete audiobook chapters (especially chapters 16–20) and aerial apparatus, with content not delivered as advertised. - No explanations for incorrect answers in quizzes/exams, hindering learning from mistakes. - Exam prep and bookmarking features lack flexibility (inability to select specific pages, inability to retake only unanswered questions, unclear bookmarking/addendum access). - App instability after updates and issues with re-purchasing or accessing content (crashes, being prompted to pay again). - Separate purchases for quizzes and the audiobook lead to higher costs and access frustration. ## Similar extensions and apps - [IFSTA Driver/Operator 4](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6748807805) — 2.00 / 5 - [Flash Fire Pumping and Aerial Driver/Operator 3rd Edition](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1071552127) — 2.20 / 5 - [Driver Operator Exam Center](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1435740150) — 4.60 / 5 - [IFSTA Instructor 9](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1604765850) — 3.20 / 5 - [IFSTA Aircraft Rescue 6](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1099197658) — 2.60 / 5 - [Flash Fire Pumping Driver/Op](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id879122262) — 3.00 / 5 - [IFSTA Chief Officer 4](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1608555218) — 3.30 / 5 - [IFSTA Essentials 8](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6654913928) — 2.70 / 5 - [IFSTA HazMat Technician 3](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6472701776) — 5.00 / 5 - [IFSTA Inspection 9](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6480588788) — 3.30 / 5 - [IFSTA Company Officer 6](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1584832170) — 2.00 / 5 - [IFSTA Essentials 7](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1441449622) — 4.60 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6444622325)