The ICAO Language Proficiency Test begins with a first section consisting of several individual questions that should be answered briefly but precisely. Long answers are generally not necessary or desired. This section assesses your language ability and listening comprehension. Additionally, two picture descriptions are included as part of this section.
The ICAO language proficiency test ends with an open conversation. You will talk to the examiner about topics of your choice. It's not about the content, but rather about consistently mastering both basic and more complex grammatical structures and sentence patterns. You can freely choose and determine the conversation topics. What did you have for breakfast today? Where have you been on vacation? What is your favourite sport?
Please consider carefully, if you want to leave the sphere of aviation related topics or if you find it easier to stick to planes and flying: Tell us about your aviation career! Which airplane is your favourite type? What has been the most challenging situation for you as pilot of an aircraft? Have you ever experienced a real emergency?
Tip: Prepare this part of the ICAO LPT especially well, and think in advance about which topics will best showcase your language skills – particularly if you’re aiming for ICAO English Level 6. Since all of our examiners are pilots themselves, this part of the ICAO English test will feel more like a relaxed conversation between colleagues. We share your passion for flying – so why not talk about it?
Finally, we recommend that you pay attention to common errors that are often made when translating from your native language to English. In our preparation booklet, you will find an overview of the correct use of future, present, and past tenses, prepositions, and adjectives. Especially if your language skills are exactly between two ICAO levels, paying attention to these details can make a significant difference and help you take a big step forward.
At this point you will be shown numbers and letters which will need to be read back in ICAO phraseology.
You will be listening to an ATIS, an IFR or VFR clearance and will need to explain what was said.
You will be shown two different pictures. Describe the pictures in as much detail as possible.
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