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ICAO English is commonly used name of language proficiency qualification introduced by International Civil Aviation Organization. ICAO English mandating the pilots to attend specific language proficiency exam in order to evaluate their language skills in using of English language in situations requiring other than standardized aviation phraseology. With regards to EASA flight crew licenses in most of the cases the wrong naming is used. ICAO English is used also to describe the language proficiency endorsement required by EASA. In such case both - ICAO English and EASA English are evaluated at the same time, thus the correct wording should be language proficiency or EASA English. Procedures for language proficiency assessments are throughly described in ICAO Doc 9835. If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''How to prepare for ICAO English Exam''

EASA English is name of language proficiency qualification introduced by Ec 1178/2011, Part FCL, FCL.055. EASA English mandates pilots to attend specific language proficiency exam in order to evaluate their language skills in using of English language in situations requiring other than standardized aviation phraseology. With regards to EASA flight crew licenses in most of the cases the wrong naming is used. ICAO English is used instead of EASA English to describe the language proficiency endorsement required by EASA. In such case both - ICAO English and EASA English are evaluated at the same time, thus the correct wording should be language proficiency or EASA English. Procedures for language proficiency assessments are throughly described in Part FCL, FCL.055 and in respective acceptable means of compliance. If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''How to prepare for ICAO English Exam''

Aviation English is an unformal aviation language. No nation speaks it - all pilots understand it Aviation English consists of all of the following: complex of standardized messages (standard phraseology) abbreviations, special three-letter codes abbreviation coded messages (for METAR, TAF, NOTAM, etc) technical English - e.g. related to the aircraft parts, technologies, systems, etc plain text spoken in pre-determined order and many more If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''How to prepare for ICAO English Exam''

ICAO English test or ICAO English assessment is the procedure established by ICAO Doc 9835 and if done for EASA flight crew license holder also by Ec 1178/2011, Part FCL FCL.055 to assess the language skills and proficiency of exam candidate. ICAO English test content and assessment methods are approved and supervised by specific National Aviation Authority. Provider of the ICAO English test is organization authorized by National Aviation Authority called Testing Service Provider and in for EASA flight crew license Language testing body. CaptainPilot is a good language test that meets all ICAO Language Proficiency Requirements. The CaptainPilot Proficiency Test consists of two parts called proficiency test 1 and proficiency test 2. • Proficiency test 1 is the listening comprehension part of the test. • Proficiency test 2 consists of questions to simulate the verbal interaction part of the test. There are special versions of proficiency test 2 designed for tower, approach, en-route and apron Air Traffic Controllers and ATP licensed Pilots. Proficiency test 2 reflects the range of communication tasks undertaken in the in-flight and cockpit. Proficiency Test 1 Proficiency Test 2 Proficiency Master Test Aviation English Language Proficiency Test for Air Traffic Controller (ATC) Aviation English Language Proficiency Test for Student Air Traffic Controller (ATC) If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''AVIATION ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST ''

Many people ask how to prepare for the ICAO English exam. They often ask whether to work with a flight instructor or a language proficiency teacher. The answer is simple - ideally you should work with a flight instructor who is also a language proficiency instructor. We recommend language proficiency preparation provided by English instructors. Most applicants failed the ICAO English proficiency test because they did not have English language proficiency. The reason is not usually due to a lack of aviation knowledge. Most flight instructors cannot help you with grammar and pronunciation. If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''How to prepare for ICAO English Exam''

By applying the CaptainPilot Recommended Training Model, it helps you improve your grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening comprehension and fluency while also helping you practice the language you need for your studentship. This will help you stay motivated and you will enjoy learning English more because you have a clear goal. One of the most important features of the CaptainPilot Training Model is that participants with different language proficiency levels are subject to the CaptainPilot Placement Exam and above all, they can accurately measure their language level. Thus, by putting the participants trained from many different sources in the model at the right level, to reach the ICAO Language Proficiency Requirements (LPR) without spending time and effort. For those who will use our entire training model for this purpose, you can start applying the CaptainPilot Recommended Training Model as described on our website as the first step. How to Apply the CaptainPilot Recommended Training Model ! You will be required to take the Aviation English Language Proficiency Exam; STEP 1 You can take Proficiency Test 1 . If you pass this exam, you can proceed to Step 3. STEP 2 If you do not get a passing grade in the exam, you must complete the AVIATION LISTENERS training module as the second step. After you finish this training module, we will ask you to retake Proficiency Test 1. If you pass Proficiency Test 1, it's time to move on to step three. STEP 3 You can take Proficiency Test 2. If you pass this exam, you can proceed to Step 4. If you do not get a passing grade in the exam, as a third step, you must complete the RADIOTELEPHONY PHRASEOLOGY training module . After completing this training module, you will be asked to retake Proficiency Test 2. If you pass the Proficiency Test 2, it's time to move on to step four. STEP 4 At this stage of the training, you must complete the AERONAUTICAL STANDARD PHRASEOLOGY (https://www.captainpilot.com/phraseology) training module. After the training you have received, it is time to determine the level you have reached. You must take the Proficiency Mastery Test. If you do not get a passing grade in the exam, you can proceed to step five. STEP 5 You can bring your language proficiency level to the desired level by using the AVIATION ENGLISH COURSE (https://www.captainpilot.com/aviation-english) training module. After completing the training module, you must take the Proficiency Test. If you have not reached the desired level, you can proceed to the next step. STEP 6 One of the training modules, AVIATION ENGLISH EXAM TRAINING, is a module that contains many questions asked in language proficiency exams. You can practice verbal interaction by giving appropriate and reasonable answers to these questions. At the end of each completed training module, you can determine your level using the Competency Mastery Test. STEP 7 Finally, trainings are offered with a very rich aviation content and professional airline training content consisting of E-learning LMS Courses For Pilot SCORM (Sharable Content Object Reference Model) modules. Thus, you will become familiar with airline operations by expanding your aviation culture and vocabulary. STEP 8 CaptainPilot makes it possible to measure the development of your language proficiency level as a result of training packages and applications. Thanks to the completely free CaptainPilot Language Proficiency Mastery Test database, you can take the exam many times by taking different questions from the question pool in each exam application. Check how successfully you have completed the CaptainPilot language proficiency test with the report that will be published automatically by the system. The training programs offer a step-by-step solution to prepare trainees for their region's pre-commercial pilot English exam. Perfect for pilots and air traffic controllers seeking to maintain ICAO Level 4 and above Aviation English proficiency. All you have to do is follow the CaptainPilot Recommended Training Pattern. If you want to ask questions during the training and how our training model should be implemented, Gold and Platinum membership packages and Special One-to-One Sessions can be used, which are completely free to members. Benefits of the CaptainPilot Recommended Training Model · You will be able to respond correctly to Air Traffic Control . · You will gain confidence by using the standard idiom in ATC communication , for example radiotelephone role playing . · You will improve your understanding of listening in non-routine situations. · You will be able to clearly report and manage non-routine situations. · You will have better pronunciation with our unique exercises and exercises. · You will be able to use grammar more accurately. · You will develop a broad vocabulary for non-routine situations. · You will frequently practice on the tasks you must perform in an ICAO Language Proficiency Assessment. If other people don't know your vocabulary or pronunciation, you will be able to paraphrase effectively. You will consolidate your Basic Aviation Knowledge and learn to express it clearly in English. Course Description The CaptainPilot Recommended Training Model are activities and drill-based skills designed to help pilots ultimately achieve ICAO level 4+ / B2. The course complies with the recommendations of ICAO document 9835 and ICAO circular 323 and the framework of the ICAO Language Proficiency Requirements (LPRs) developed by ICAEA (International Civil Aviation English Association). Each CaptainPilot training package gives you practice in the following skills: Pronunciation - advanced techniques to improve your pronunciation Vocabulary - develop a broad aerospace, technical and general vocabulary in addition to interpretation skills Structure - improve your grammar with effective exercises and activities Comprehension - listening and reading comprehension - specific to aviation Fluency - learn how to organize your thoughts and express yourself clearly Interaction - learn to respond appropriately in both routine and non-routine situations Course content AVIATION LISTENERS REAL LIFE audio with exercises and obtainable transcripts to make you a pro in Aviation English Communication. Improve your Aviation English Listening Skills by studying the exercises we've put together for you. The key to effective rereading is to have excellent listening skills and write as quickly as possible. Then everything will fall into place. PLAY-PAUSE-APPLY-PLAY AGAIN CaptainPilot has developed AVIATION LISTENERS that will make your job much easier to create this opportunity for thought and practice and has offered this training to all aviators. AERONAUTICAL STANDARD PHRASEOLOGY As it is known, two important subjects are measured in proficiency exams, Plain English and Standard Phraseologism. In-flight operation is normally expected to be performed using standard patterns. However, sometimes it is necessary to maintain a secure communication using plain English in unexpected situations during the operation. In this case, the need for simple English skills to come into play and come to a level that can communicate safely without causing misunderstandings arises. So what should be done to develop this skill? In these cases, development can be achieved by using training modules that can develop extraordinary and standard speaking skills. RADIOTELEPHONY PHRASEOLOGY This course contains a carefully sequenced selection of training materials, giving progressive, systematic practice in radiotelephony phraseology for pilots. The exercises are primarily designed to teach operational fluency in the ROUTINE phraseology for IFR flights. Unlike routine phraseology, the language of NON-ROUTINE situations is not highly predictable. However, practice is also provided for a selection of non-routine situations, plus additional vocabulary work. This course is suitable for pilots or pilot trainees who wish to learn, or revise, the language used for radiotelephony communications. It is particularly suitable for people working at home or in a learning resources centre. All the exercises are self-correcting. If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''AVIATION ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST ''

ICAO English level 4 is lowest level of English language proficiency accepted for operational linguistic use in aviation. Depending on the country which issued the flight crew license, ICAO English level 4 has different validity period. Aviation English, ICAO Level 4 ICAO English Level 4 is the basic operational level of aviation English and ICAO English language proficiency. ICAO English Level 4 is allowing you to fly in all countries of the world. There is currently no airspace, traffic control, or airplane requiring ICAO English level above the operational level (ICAO English level 4). However, the language proficiency requirements can be more restricted (more demanding) by an aircraft operator or your employer (ie airline). Operational level - ICAO English Level 4 is required by aviation regulations for all pilots to be allowed to fly airplanes in international setting since aviation English is used in aviation communication. ICAO English level 4 ICAO English Level 4 is an approval to use aviation English language in air operations environment and communicate internationally. Language proficiency exam is based on the following criteria: pronunciation grammatical and sentence structures vocabulary spoken fluency message comprehension interaction ICAO English Level 4 - Pronunciation We do not expect an ICAO English expert level. We will spot that aviation English is not your first language. The most common mistakes are in "th" sound pronunciation - "think" pronounced as "sink"... But the content of your messages is easily comprehensible from the context. ICAO English Level 4 - Sentence structure Your sentence structure clearly expresses the intended content of your message. You can express time using various tenses. Your syntax is not flawless, but you can easily tell the difference between the past and the present, you can use plurals, and use various prepositions. You can tell the difference between "a" and "an". In case of more complex conversation, you generally leave it to others or you avoid constructing some more complex sentences. ICAO English Level 4 - Spoken fluency It does not take you long to find the right words to describe a situation or answer a question. It might take you a bit longer in some cases, but that does not mean serious problems. ICAO English Level 4 - Vocabulary Aviation English vocabulary extends with your flying experience. What we consider important is when your vocabulary is adequate to your flying experience. It is also important that you are able to communicate with other pilots and ATCs using your vocabulary. Regarding conversations about different topics, you can express yourself using your own words, describing or paraphrasing essentials of various topics. ICAO English Level 4 - Message comprehension We expect a bit more than just a plane aviation phraseology, aviation communications and its correct use. To acquire ICAO English LEVEL 4, you also need to be able to use simple language, not only the aviation English besides the standard aviation communication and aviation phraseology. You need to comprehend various situations. It is possible you will not understand immediately, but after repeating the message, you will understand the content of the message, or at least the context. You are not afraid to use "say again" phrase. ICAO English Level 4 - Interaction You are not afraid do speak. If you do not understand, you do not remain silent, but ask for clarification or use the magic aviators' phrase "say again". If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''AVIATION ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST '' For more detailed information, we recommend you to read our article "How is my performance on the ICAO LPR Test evaluated".

ICAO English Level 5 is intermediate level of language proficiency qualification evaluated in accordance with ICAO Doc 9835 rating scale. ICAO English level 5 is so-called "advanced" level in accordance with ICAO phraseology. Aviation English, ICAO Level 5 ICAO Level 5 is so-called Advanced ICAO level and is considered to be something between the basic operational level and expert language proficiency level. ICAO English Level 5 is the advanced level of aviation English and ICAO English language proficiency. Most Exam candidates whose first language is not English are usually not able to acquire ICAO English Level 6. However, if they possess language knowledge and abilities above ICAO English Level 4, they often get ICAO LEVEL 5. An extended language proficiency level (ICAO Level 5) is somewhere between an Expert level (ICAO English Level 6) and a minimal operational level (ICAO English Level 4). Advanced ICAO English level - ICAO English Level 5 is required by most of the airline operators as the minimum level of aviation English. ICAO Level 5 exam is valid for 6 years when endorsed to the EASA flight crew license. ICAO Language proficiency exam is based on the following criteria: pronunciation grammatical and sentence structures vocabulary spoken fluency message comprehension interaction ICAO English Level 5 - Pronunciation Your pronunciation goes without thinking and is more or less correct. English Native speakers can tell that aviation English is not your first language, but your aviation English is without substantial mistakes. Simply put - your English is very good, the only drawback being your accent. ICAO English Level 5 - Sentence structure You might not always be successful constructing complicated sentence structures but you do try to. Your knowledge of grammar is exceptional and you use it without hesitation. ICAO English Level 5 - Spoken fluency You speak fluently and on point. It does not take you long to find right answer to question. You react swiftly - without making long pauses to think - your speech is very fluent. ICAO English Level 5 - Vocabulary You can find the right words for the right situations. The extent of your vocabulary compared to your flying experience is exceptional. You sometimes even use idioms or expressions typical for English slang. However, you might find it difficult to talk about issues you have not heard before, eg. some non-aviation topics. ICAO English Level 5 - Message comprehension You find it easy to comprehend messages when you know what to expect. But you can comprehend much more than just messages in a familiar context. In fact, you have no problems with understanding even in new situations. You understand English radio broadcast and aviation English radio communication. ICAO English Level 5 - Interaction In case of misunderstanding, you can manage much more than just "say again" phrase. You are not afraid to actively inquire and ask for clarifications. You try to make message clear and communicate comprehensibly. You can start and maintain meaningful dialogue. If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''AVIATION ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST '' For more detailed information, we recommend you to read our article "How is my performance on the ICAO LPR Test evaluated".

ICAO English Level 6 is highest rating of language proficiency qualification evaluated in accordance with ICAO Doc 9835 rating scale. Once pilot obtains ICAO English Level 6, it is valid for lifetime. However other requirements such as medical certificate, typerating and other due qualifications shall be valid in order to exercise the privileges of ICAO English level 6. Aviation English, ICAO Level 6 You are an Aviation English Expert! ICAO Level 6 is so-called Expert ICAO level and is considered to be the highest level you can get with regards to the ICAO language proficiency exam. Pilots who have proven their ICAO English language proficiency at ICAO English Level 6 are not required to revalidate their ICAO language proficiency. The ICAO language proficiency has lifetime validity. What does it mean to be a ICAO English language expert? ICAO English language proficiency at ICAO English Level 6 is called "Expert". ICAO English Level 6 is also recognized as native level of ICAO English proficiency. Idiomatic speech is an essence of ICAO English Level 6. It is, however, not entirely true. Due to the strict requirements and applicants' frequent use of non-standard pronunciation, even native speakers do not always receive ICAO English Level 6 language proficiency. Apart from a complex scope of Exam candidates' vocabulary, a requirement for ICAO English Level 6 proficiency is also an excellent command of grammar and pronunciation. Hundreds, not even thousands of flight hours will not guarantee ICAO English Level 6. It is, however, one of the many prerequisites. ICAO English Language proficiency exam is based on the following criteria: pronunciation grammatical and sentence structures vocabulary spoken fluency message comprehension interaction ICAO English Level 6 - Pronunciation Your pronunciation is almost flawless. There might be some negligible differences between pronunciation of native speakers and that of yours. However, nothing causing any confusion. ICAO English Level 6 - Sentence structure You have perfect command of the most advanced grammar. Even the most complex sentences are mistake-free or almost mistake-free and used often. ICAO English Level 6 - Spoken fluency Your fluency is natural and swift. Your performance is very natural. Anytime you speak English, your speech is complex and fluent. You use various prosodic features to modify the speech. You use changes in intonation, tone, stress, and rhythm to establish a substantial level of communication. ICAO English Level 6 - Vocabulary You can talk about any topic - or almost any topic - whether you are familiar with it or not. You use idioms and idiomatic speech in your normal daily speech. Apart from the knowledge of words, idioms, or synonyms, you use them in right contexts. ICAO English Level 6 - Message comprehension You understand everything. Not just guessing from context. If you understand English lyrics, cartoons, or non-standard expressions, you might have good predispositions for ICAO English Level 6 proficiency. ICAO English Level 6 - Interaction Your interaction in all situations is natural and simple. You regularly use verbal and non-verbal expressions. If you are interested in individual training, we recommend that you contact CaptainPilot (support@captainpilot.com) and read our article in the Blog section. ''AVIATION ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST '' For more detailed information, we recommend you to read our article "How is my performance on the ICAO LPR Test evaluated".

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