We recommend starting with the ICAO English Online Course, which is fully aligned with ICAO Doc 9835 and ICAEA test design principles. For more intensive and personalized training, consider the Gold or Platinum Private Master Class. These premium sessions are tailored to help you master ICAO language descriptors and meet the criteria for Level 4 or higher.

➡️ Learn more: How to prepare for ICAO English Proficiency Test with CaptainPilot Training Model

Absolutely. You can prepare for a wide range of ICAO-compliant aviation English exams with our structured programs. CaptainPilot provides expert-led training for the following exams:

• TEA – Test of English for Aviation

• ELPAC – English Language Proficiency for Aeronautical Communication

• EALTS – English for Aviation Language Testing System

• RELTA – RMIT English Language Test for Aviation

• SDEA – Santos Dumont English Assessment

• TEAP – Test of English for Aviation Personnel

• TEC – Test of English Center

• EPAP – English Proficiency for Aviation Personnel

• EPTA – English Proficiency Test for Aeronautics

Each course features ICAO-aligned modules, real-time simulations, and examiner-reviewed practice tasks designed to help you succeed. Start your journey with CaptainPilot Training Modules and access our full Exam Suite for focused preparation. ➡️ Learn more: How to prepare for ICAO English Proficiency Test with CaptainPilot Training Model

ICAO Levels 4, 5, and 6 reflect the English language proficiency of pilots and air traffic controllers across six key areas: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, Structure, Fluency, Comprehension, and Interaction.

Here are the top 10 expert tips to help you reach your target level:

1. Join an Aviation English Course Learn aviation-specific terminology, phraseology, and communication standards through guided training.

2. Use Online Resources Leverage videos, podcasts, tests, and mobile apps to reinforce learning and become familiar with real-world aviation communication.

3. Practice Frequently Simulate pilot-ATC conversations, use aviation phraseology, record yourself, and ask for feedback.

4. Work on Your Pronunciation Ensure clarity—even with an accent—by repeating and comparing standard aviation recordings.

5. Expand Your Vocabulary Learn operational language, synonyms, and terms for both routine and emergency scenarios.

6. Improve Grammar and Structure Master sentence construction, verb tenses, prepositions, and connectors for clarity and accuracy.

7. Increase Your Fluency Practice speaking without hesitation or repetition. Focus on smooth delivery and appropriate pacing.

8. Enhance Listening Comprehension Train your ear with aviation dialogues—identify key details, summarize, and respond accurately.

9. Develop Interaction Skills Engage in active listening, ask for clarification, confirm instructions, and communicate respectfully.

10. Prepare for the Exam Format Study ICAO test structures, evaluation criteria, and practice under real-time conditions to build confidence.

🎯 Mastering ICAO levels isn’t just about passing a test—it’s about becoming a safe, confident communicator in aviation. Stay consistent and focused, and you'll get there!

➡️ Read more: What are the top 10 tips to reach ICAO level 4, 5 and 6

First of all, thank you for choosing CaptainPilot LMS.

As a member, you can improve your aviation knowledge and skills by regularly using our training modules on our CaptainPilot website and make serious progress in a very short time.

CaptainPilot recommend that you visit our Membership Content page, which is designed to allow you to easily access the Membership content you have purchased. ( https://www.captainpilot.com/membershipcontents )

Important note ; In order to participate in the AVIATION ENGLISH PROFICIENCY EXAMS, the Test Database (https://www.captainpilot.com/test-database) page must be used.

CaptainPilot will now ask you to perform the first step of our CaptainPilot Recommended Training Model.

Take the first step on our Get started page using the link below.

We will ask you to do the AVIATION ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST DATABASE;

STEP 1

You can take the Proficiency Test 1 ( https://www.captainpilot.com/test-database) 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 our

AVIATION LISTENERS ( https://www.captainpilot.com/aviation-listeners ) training module as the second step. After you finish this training module, we will ask you to retake the Proficiency Test 1 exam.(https://www.captainpilot.com/test-database)

If you get a passing grade in Proficiency Test 1, it's time to move on to Step 3.

STEP 3

You can take the Proficiency Test 2 (https://www.captainpilot.com/test-database). If you pass this exam, you can proceed to Step 4.

If you do not get a passing grade in the exam, you must complete RADIOTELEPHONY PHRASEOLOGY (https://www.captainpilot.com/radiotelepony) training module as the third step. After you finish this training module, we will ask you to retake the Proficiency Test 2 ( https://www.captainpilot.com/test-database ) exam. If you get a passing grade in Proficiency Test 2, it's time to move on to

Step 4.

STEP 4

At this stage of the training, you must complete our AERONAUTICAL STANDARD PHRASEOLOGY training module. (https://www.captainpilot.com/phraseology)

After the training you have received, it is time to determine the level you have reached. You must take the Proficiency Mastery Test ( https://www.captainpilot.com/test-database ).

If you do not get a passing grade on the exam, you can proceed to step five.

STEP 5

You can use PICTURE DESCRIPTION TRAINING module to bring your language proficiency level to the desired level.( https://www.captainpilot.com/picture-description ) Upon completion of our training mode, you must take the Proficiency Mastery Test ( https://www.captainpilot.com/test-database ). If you have not reached the desired level, you can proceed to the next step.

STEP 6

One of our training modules, AVIATION ENGLISH EXAM TRAINING is a module that includes 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 use the Proficiency Mastery Test ( https://www.captainpilot.com/test-database ) to determine your level.

STEP 7

Finally, we offer trainings with a very rich aviation content and professional airline training content consisting of CaptainPilot AVIATION LMS (Learning Management System) SCORM (Sharable Content Object Reference Model) modules. Thus, you will be familiar with airline operations by expanding your aviation culture and vocabulary.

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 Master 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.

If you want to ask questions during the training and how our training model should be implemented, you can benefit from the PRIVATE SESSION One-on-One Sessions offered to our members. ( https://www.captainpilot.com/private-sessions )

These courses are only possible with reservations made by our customers according to their needs. It is carried out with the support of our teaching staff consisting of instructor captain pilots who have spent years flying in the aviation industry and airlines.

It is possible with PRIVATE SESSION to learn how to use the e-learning training modules produced by CaptainPilot and how to use our training modules in Gold and Platinum packages, including measuring the progress of our members during training.

If you wish, you can choose to study with our instructors alone or 1:1 with your teacher. With 1 or 2 friends/colleagues on a 2:1 or 3:1 basis

Training will be tailored specifically to your needs but will generally focus on improving your speaking and listening skills.

As the CaptainPilot team, we wish you success in your work, if you need help on any issue, please do not hesitate to write to us. Good luck.

Dear Customer,

Welcome once again to the CaptainPilot ICAO English Online Course!

Whether you're enrolled in the Basic Course or the Master Course, this email will guide you step-by-step on how to navigate and make the most of your learning journey.

✅ Getting Started

First of all, you need to review the CAO English Online Master and Basic Course Quick Start Guide!

Visit https://www.captainpilot.com/quick-start-guide

1. Login: Visit https://www.captainpilot.com/onlineprograms and log in from the Online Programs menu.

2. Start Your Course: After reviewing the Overview section, click Start to begin with Day 1.

3. Training Model: Watch the CaptainPilot Recommended Training Model video and press Complete Step to move forward. 📚 Proficiency Test 1
   

   • Access the Aviation English Language Proficiency Test section.

   • Complete Proficiency Test 1 to determine your starting ICAO English level.

   • If the exam doesn’t open, check your browser pop-up settings.

🎧 Aviation Listeners Training

• Improve your listening and readback skills using real-world audio and transcripts.

• Practice ATIS recordings, ground communications, and use FAA Shorthand techniques.

• Download PDF transcripts and follow along.

🎧 Aviation Listeners Training Module

Strengthen Your Communication. Master Your Listening. Fly with Confidence.

The Aviation Listeners module in the CaptainPilot ICAO English Online Course is designed to elevate your real-time communication and listening comprehension to professional standards.

Through this training, you will:

✅ Learn authentic communication patterns used between Air Traffic Controllers and Pilots during all phases of flight — from pre-flight to taxi, takeoff, enroute, and landing.

✅ Understand how to receive and interpret flight clearances using the FAA-recommended Shorthand System, and practice with downloadable tools.

✅ Engage with global ATIS audio samples from the busiest international airports, paired with full transcripts and PDF comparisons for deeper learning.

✅ Practice essential readback techniques, develop short handwriting note-taking, and experience the most complex phase — ground operations — through real-world examples.

✅ Get exposed to standard phraseologies, regional variations (FAA vs ICAO), and a rich collection of global voice recordings to strengthen your adaptation skills.

🧠 You’re not just listening — you’re training your mind to analyze, retain, and respond like a professional aviator. This is more than English practice. It's operational fluency.

💡 Tip: Use the play-pause-repeat method for maximum retention. Practice reading back out loud, take handwritten shorthand notes, and compare your understanding to professional transcripts.

🎬 Watch now: ICAO English Online Course: Improve Your Listening Skills with Aviation Listener

🏛️ Radiotelephony Phraseology Module

• Structured lessons in ROUTINE and NON-ROUTINE phraseology.

• Each section includes: keywords, model dialogs, listen & repeat, write, check, and review.

• Includes Standard Vocabulary & Phrases Test (80% pass required).

📡 Radiotelephony Phraseology Training Module

Master Operational Fluency. Communicate with Clarity in the Sky.

The Radiotelephony Phraseology Module in the CaptainPilot ICAO English Online Course provides a carefully structured and progressive training experience designed specifically for pilots and air traffic controllers aiming to enhance their communication precision and operational fluency.

What You Will Gain:

✅ Structured training in ROUTINE IFR radiotelephony phraseology used in real-world aviation operations. ✅ Practical exercises for NON-ROUTINE situations and expanded aviation vocabulary. ✅ The Standard Vocabulary and Phrases Test at the end of each unit – score 80% or higher to progress confidently.

📘 Course Structure:

Each lesson is built with aviation learners in mind and includes:

1. Key Words & Phrases – Learn and review pronunciation and meaning.

2. Typical Exchanges – Understand both sides of real pilot-controller conversations.

3. Listen & Repeat – Build fluency by mimicking pilot transmissions.

4. Write – Practice recalling pilot communications accurately.

5. Check – Review your written output against reference materials and recordings.

⚠️ Non-Routine Situations

Once you're comfortable with routine phraseology, move on to advanced non-routine scenarios, including:

• Listen & Write exercises based on real-world situations.

• Understand how to use Traffic Information phrases and Voice-ATIS broadcast formats.

• Learn how pilots respond to updated ATIS codes and deliver accurate readbacks.

✈ Full Flight Simulations

To reinforce your learning, this module includes two complete flight simulations:

• Model Flight Simulation: REXBURY → WINTON

• Live Traffic Simulation: DUBLIN → PARIS

These scenarios mirror real-life radiotelephony dialogue, providing immersive, authentic practice opportunities.

🧪 Proficiency Test 2

After completing the training, you’ll take Proficiency Test 2, designed to assess your ICAO radiotelephony communication proficiency and readiness for operational use or ICAO language exams.

📺 Watch now:

ICAO English Online Course: Improve Your Speaking Skills with Radiotelephony Phraseology

🌐 Aeronautical Standard Phraseology

Based on ICAO Doc 4444, with details like "Syntax", "Who Says", "When Used" and examples.Each lesson ends with a 10-question exam to evaluate your phraseology knowledge.Master real-world usage and plain English communication.

📘 Aeronautical Standard Phraseology Module

Speak Aviation with Authority. Master the Language of Global Aviation.

The Aeronautical Standard Phraseology module in the CaptainPilot ICAO English Online Course is designed to help you gain command of the standardized, globally recognized phraseologies defined in ICAO Doc 4444.

Through this highly structured and expertly curated training, you will:

✅ Learn who uses each phrase, when it should be used, and in which flight phase — based on Syntax, Who Says, When Used, and Examples. ✅ Understand the origin and evolution of ICAO phraseology — why it exists, and how it ensures clarity, safety, and brevity in communication. ✅ Strengthen your grasp of standardized communication to prevent misunderstandings in high-pressure, multi-lingual airspace environments.

Each section includes:

• Real-world Radiotelephony Expressions grouped alphabetically (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie…).

• Clear ICAO references, drawn directly from Doc 4444.

• Practical examples you can immediately apply in both routine and operational settings.

💡 While ICAO phraseology covers most routine situations, you’ll also discover when and how to rely on plain language, an essential part of real-world aviation communication.

🧪 10-Question Evaluation at Each Stage

Every section ends with a 10-question test that checks your understanding of:

• The meaning of each instruction

• Who should say it

• When and why it should be used

• Its relevance to ICAO standards

You must demonstrate real comprehension — not just memorization — to progress.

🎯 Why It Matters

In today’s international skies, clear, concise, and standardized radiotelephony is not optional — it’s vital. This module ensures you can:

• Execute every phase of flight with confidence

• Communicate without ambiguity

• Support safety in high-density, multi-language airspace

📺 Watch now:

ICAO English Online Course: Elevate Your Radiotelephony Skills with Aeronautical Phraseology Mastery

✈ SID/STAR Scenarios

• Learn standard departure and arrival phraseology used in heavy traffic terminal areas.

• Practice via video scenarios and pilot readbacks with references from Doc 4444 - PANS-ATM.

• Complete the SID/STAR SCENARIO Exam at the end.

🛫 SID/STAR Phraseology Scenario Module

Master Terminal Area Communications. Speak Like a Pro in Complex Airspace.

The SID/STAR Phraseology Scenario module in the CaptainPilot ICAO English Online Course is your gateway to mastering standard radiotelephony communication in high-density terminal environments.

SID (Standard Instrument Departure) and STAR (Standard Terminal Arrival Route) procedures are essential to safe, efficient entry and exit from controlled airspace. This module teaches you how to apply ICAO-standard phraseology throughout these critical stages.

🎯 What You Will Learn

✅ Understand the standard communication structure used by Airline Pilots and Air Traffic Controllers during SID/STAR procedures. ✅ Watch realistic scenario-based training videos illustrating correct usage of phraseology in different airspace situations. ✅ Listen to ATC clearances and pilot readbacks, while analyzing the anticipated pilot actions associated with each phrase. ✅ Discover how each phrase connects to global ICAO guidance via direct references to Doc 4444 – PANS-ATM. ✅ Practice and verify your learning with a SID/STAR Phraseology Scenario Exam at the end of the module.

🧠 Why This Matters

In congested terminal areas, clear and standardized phraseology is not just helpful — it’s mandatory for maintaining safety and avoiding delays. This module helps you:

• Build confidence in high-pressure airspace

• Improve situational awareness

• Develop an instinct for timing, tone, and procedural accuracy

Every phrase has a purpose. Every response has an expectation. This module ensures you understand both.

📺 Watch the Training Preview: ICAO Online English Course: How to Use Standard Phraseology in SID/STAR Procedures?

🎓 ICAO Proficiency Exam Preparation

Master communication skills with lessons focused on:Scenario-based communication strategiesListening & speaking drillsSimulations and cultural awarenessEffective use of feedbackOnce you've completed all training stages, move on to the Proficiency Master Test.

🎓 ICAO Proficiency Exam Preparation Module

Be Exam-Ready. Communicate with Confidence. Succeed with CaptainPilot.

The ICAO Proficiency Exam Preparation Course is the final and most crucial step in your training journey with the CaptainPilot ICAO English Online Course. Designed for both pilots and air traffic controllers, this module gives you the practical skills and strategic insight needed to pass your ICAO Language Proficiency Exam with confidence — at Level 4, 5, or 6.

🛠️ What You Will Master

This course focuses on real exam readiness and replicates the format, timing, and linguistic demands of globally recognized ICAO English tests.

Here’s what’s inside:

1. Language Proficiency & Aviation Terminology Training Build a strong foundation in technical and plain English used in real aviation contexts.

2. Scenario-Based Communication Strategies Practice with common and unexpected situations, just like in the real ICAO test.

3. Listening & Speaking Development Strengthen your comprehension and fluency through voice exercises, simulations, and feedback.

4. Technology-Enhanced Practice & Mock Exams Use interactive tools, audio-visual prompts, and self-assessment features.

5. Feedback & Performance Tracking Get personalized feedback and identify areas for improvement in real time.

6. Cultural Awareness in International Communication Learn to adapt your communication style across global aviation environments.

7. Expert Instructor Insights Receive actionable guidance from trainers who understand ICAO testing systems inside and out.

✈ Why This Matters

The ICAO Proficiency Exam isn’t just a language test — it’s a demonstration of your ability to communicate clearly, efficiently, and safely in real operational environments.

With this preparation module, you’ll gain:

• Confidence in speaking and listening under pressure

• Clarity in both standard phraseology and plain language

• A strategic advantage by knowing what to expect — and how to respond

📺 Watch the Official Preview Video: ICAO Online English Course: Prepare for ICAO Proficiency Exam

A typical ICAO English proficiency exam includes tasks such as listening to ATC-pilot conversations, describing aviation-related pictures, responding to non-routine scenarios, and participating in structured interviews. It evaluates six key ICAO skill areas: Pronunciation, Structure, Vocabulary, Fluency, Comprehension, and Interactions.

At CaptainPilot, you can simulate this experience through our AI-Based ICAO English Proficiency Exam Simulation, designed in line with ICAO Doc 9835 and ICAEA guidelines. You'll receive immediate, skill-by-skill feedback, allowing you to prepare like a pro before the real exam day.

➡️ Learn more: Revolutionizing Aviation Communication: Real-Time Speaking Practice with CaptainPilot Voice Chat