ICAO Language Proficiency Test BASIC (Airline Discount)

• 🇦🇹 Austria – Austro Control
• 🇧🇪 Belgium – Belgian Civil Aviation Authority (BCAA)
• 🇧🇬 Bulgaria – Directorate General Civil Aviation Administration (DG CAA)
• 🇭🇷 Croatia – Croatian Civil Aviation Agency (CCAA)
• 🇨🇾 Cyprus – Department of Civil Aviation (DCA Cyprus)
• 🇨🇿 Czech Republic – Civil Aviation Authority of the Czech Republic
• 🇩🇰 Denmark – Danish Civil Aviation and Railway Authority
• 🇪🇪 Estonia – Estonian Transport Administration – Aviation Department
• 🇫🇮 Finland – Finnish Transport and Communications Agency (Traficom)
• 🇫🇷 France – Direction Générale de l’Aviation Civile (DGAC)
• 🇩🇪 Germany – Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA)
• 🇬🇷 Greece – Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA)
• 🇭🇺 Hungary – National Transport Authority – Aviation Authority
• 🇮🇸 Iceland – Icelandic Transport Authority
• 🇮🇪 Ireland – Irish Aviation Authority (IAA)
• 🇮🇹 Italy – Ente Nazionale per l’Aviazione Civile (ENAC)
• 🇱🇻 Latvia – Civil Aviation Agency of Latvia
• 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein – Civil Aviation oversight via FOCA Switzerland (delegated)
• 🇱🇹 Lithuania – Civil Aviation Administration of Lithuania
• 🇱🇺 Luxembourg – Direction de l’Aviation Civile (DAC Luxembourg)
• 🇲🇹 Malta – Civil Aviation Directorate – Transport Malta
• 🇳🇱 Netherlands – Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT – Aviation)
• 🇳🇴 Norway – Civil Aviation Authority Norway (Luftfartstilsynet)
• 🇵🇱 Poland – Civil Aviation Authority of Poland
• 🇵🇹 Portugal – Autoridade Nacional da Aviação Civil (ANAC Portugal)
• 🇷🇴 Romania – Romanian Civil Aeronautical Authority (RCAA)
• 🇸🇰 Slovakia – Civil Aviation Authority of the Slovak Republic
• 🇸🇮 Slovenia – Slovenian Civil Aviation Agency
• 🇪🇸 Spain – Agencia Estatal de Seguridad Aérea (AESA)
• 🇸🇪 Sweden – Swedish Transport Agency (Transportstyrelsen – Aviation)
• 🇨🇭 Switzerland – Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA)

• Take your ICAO language proficiency test conveniently online from home, with flexible and short-notice appointment options.
• Receive your certificate within 36 hours – in urgent cases, we offer an express option.
• Our team of professional commercial pilots creates a relaxed and collegial atmosphere, dedicated to helping you achieve the highest possible ICAO language proficiency level.
• We operate according to EASA regulations and maintain constant communication with authorities to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Our dual examiner system ensures a smooth recording of your new ICAO language proficiency level.
• With comprehensive materials, we aim to prepare you for the verbal questions, picture descriptions, listening, and free conversation sections of the exam.

Our team consists of commercial pilots who fly as Captain or First Officer for major European airlines and business aviation providers. The company is located near Munich, while our examiners are based throughout Europe.

Our goal is to simplify the process of the ICAO Language Proficiency Test while creating a relaxed atmosphere during the exam, so that everyone can reach their full potential.

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Die ICAO Language Proficiency Test BASIC is a slightly shortened exam format that certifies ICAO level 4 upon successful completion. Private pilots who wish to communicate in English require at least Level 4. For Glider Pilots planning an international trip, our ICAO Language Proficiency Test BASIC is also suitable.

With the ICAO Language Proficiency Test PRO, you do not have to determine a specific ICAO level before the test. Instead, you will receive the highest possible ICAO level that corresponds to your language skills. It is not uncommon for candidates to underestimate themselves and end up being pleasantly surprised with a higher ICAO level than expected.

ICAO level 5 is often the minimum requirement for working in commercial aviation. Those who achieve ICAO level 6 obtain a lifelong language proficiency qualification and do not have to undergo any further renewal tests.

Thus, the highest possible level is always advantageous. We particularly recommend (future) commerical pilots to strive for the highest ICAO level for the best career opportunities.

Yes, in addition to the radio operator’s license, you must also prove your language proficiency in the language used for radio communication.

Regardless of whether you are flying VFR or IFR, you need a valid language proficiency certificate if you wish to communicate in English, for example.

There are six ICAO language proficiency levels ranging from Level 1 to 6.

• ICAO level 1 is considered the lowest level and indicates that the person has little or no ability to communicate in English.
• ICAO level 2 signifies a limited ability to communicate.
• ICAO level 3 confirms an operational proficiency in English, but with some limitations.
• ICAO level 4 is the minimum level required for pilots and air traffic controllers. It certifies an operational proficiency in English with occasional errors or misunderstandings. (Renewal after 4 years)
• ICAO level 5 indicates a higher level of proficiency where the person is able to communicate effectively and accurately in a variety of contexts. (Renewal after 6 years)
• ICAO level 6 is considered the highest level and certifies full and accurate communication in English, even in complex or unfamiliar situations. (Lifetime validity)

Learn more about the requirements for the respective ICAO levels.

Yes! Our exam is valid for initial issue, renewal, and extension. The new validity period starts from the date of the test for 4 or 6 years, or in the case of Level 6, lifelong. The testing process for initial issue, renewal, or extension is the same.

Our ICAO language certificate for ICAO Levels 4-6 is recognized by all EASA member states, as the exam is conducted with both a primary and secondary examiner.

The examination is administered through the EASA-certified process of the Austrian Language Training Body (LTB) 112 and complies with ICAO guidelines. Austro Control oversees the LTB112 on behalf of EASA.

Our language examiners (LPE/LPLE) are continually qualified in accordance with ICAO DOC 9835 and work with the ICAO Rating Scale FCL Appendix 2 plus the requirements of FCL.055.

Whether you’re a student pilot, private pilot, or commercial pilot, we conduct your ICAO Language Proficiency Test easily online via Zoom. This saves you the travel time and allows you to take the test flexibly from anywhere at any time – ideal if you’re frequently on the go. In a familiar setting, you’ll likely feel more relaxed and can achieve your best result.

The examination process is fully digital, so you’ll receive your certificate quickly. All you need for our session is a stable internet connection and a camera.

For your preparation, we have compiled some typical exam examples for you.
At the end of the examination, you can expect an open conversation with the examiner on any topics that you would like to choose. Naturally, you should focus on areas where you are well-versed in the vocabulary and/or where you feel confident communicating in English professionally or personally.

Please upload a readable photo of both sides of your ID or passport, as well as the signed Privacy Declaration in a timely manner before the assessment.

The exam time window is chosen so that it can start immediately after the connection is established. You should make sure that you have a stable internet connection and that the camera and microphone are functioning properly. You can use Zoom. in a browser via the invitation link in our confirmation of appointment, but we recommend downloading and installing the app for a stable exam process. If you haven't used Zoom before, you can find a brief tutorial here.

First, questions will be played for you as an audio file. You will also be shown an image with an aviation context, which you should describe as best as you can. Another component is spelling and reading frequencies and altitudes according to ICAO guidelines. This is followed by a free conversation with your examiner.

For 'Level 4 only,' you will only have 12 questions and a 10-minute open conversation. 

For 'Level 4-6,' you can expect 18 questions and a 15-minute open conversation with the examiner. For the ICAO language assessments at Levels 5 and 6, the assessment concludes with an audio sample of an ATIS or a radio transmission.

Important: Although we mainly operate in the context of aviation, it is never about technical knowledge, but only about the correct use of the English language. Please take a look at our exam examples page!

First, it's important to understand: although we talk a lot about aviation in the test, we NEVER test your theoretical knowledge, but only your English language skills and understanding. Making mistakes is human and understandable, and your examiner will evaluate them with discretion. Nobody is perfect ;-)

ICAO Language Assessment PRO: approximately 40 – 45 minutes

ICAO-Sprachprüfung BASIC: approximately 30 – 35 minutes

The assessment will take place on Zoom at the scheduled time. After booking, you will receive an email with all the information.

You will find a detailed explanation of the evaluation criteria for the respective ICAO level here.

The audio channel of our exams is recorded and uploaded to a certified Second Level Examiner (SLE).

With our ICAO Language Proficiency Test PRO you will automatically receive the highest possible level according to your language skills.

With the shorter and cheaper ICAO Language Proficiency Test BASIC your language level will not exceed Level 4.

But if you want to improve and enhance your aircrew qualification, we strongly recommend to go for our "ICAO Language Proficiency Test PRO".

You will receive your new ICAO Language Certificate promptly via email after your performance has been evaluated. You will then submit the certificate to your licensing authority and have your new language qualification with the corresponding level entered into your license. We will provide you with information and guidance on the detailed process via email, along with your certificate, after the test.

No, we only communicate with you. You will receive your certificate from us via email and then send it to an authority of your choice (LBA in Germany, but if you work abroad or hold your license there, you will send it to the relevant authority abroad). 

Our examiners all work as pilots for airlines, which is why we always wait for their duty schedules before publishing new appointments. This is done no later than the end of the month for the following month.

If you don't see any availabilities or would like to schedule an appointment in the future, feel free to send us an email at support@say-again.aero.

Please feel free to send us an email with your request tosupport@say-again.aero and we will respond to you promptly, even on weekends or holidays.