What is ICAO English level?


What is ICAO English level? ICAO concentrates on the implementation, understanding, and the standardization of all the elements, towards the achievement of the English Language Proficiency Level 4 as a minimum operational level, equally valid within all Member States.


Is ICAO Level 5 good?

Level 5 speakers will have a more sophisticated use of English overall, but will exhibit some errors in their use of complex language structures, but not in their basic structure patterns. Vocabulary range and accuracy are sufficient to communicate effectively on common, concrete and work- related topics.


What is the highest ICAO English level?

According to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), air traffic controllers and pilots must achieve at least ICAO Operational Level 4 language proficiency to earn a licence. ICAO Expert Level 6 is the highest language proficiency level, and the certificate can remain valid for a lifetime.


What is ICAO level B?

ICAO Level B requires a 4.5m² fire to be extinguished at an application rate of 2.5L/min/m². ICAO Level C requires a 7.32m² fire to be extinguished at an application rate of 1.75L/min/m². All levels require a heptane fire with a 60 second pre-burn and using potable (fresh) water.


What is ICAO English Level 6 equivalent to?

The English language proficiency level 6 - the 'expert' level, as it was named by ICAO - is often referred to as the 'native speaker' level. But this is not 100% true. It is possible (for non-native speakers) to reach level 6. But please do not confuse flight experience with English language skills.


What two countries are not in ICAO?

The only non-Contracting States are the Holy See and Liechtenstein.


How long is ICAO Level 5?

The level 5 licence endorsement will be valid for 6 years and gives you more time before you need to come back to take the revalidation exam!


Is ICAO Level 4 valid?

ICAO concentrates on the implementation, understanding, and the standardization of all the elements, towards the achievement of the English Language Proficiency Level 4 as a minimum operational level, equally valid within all Member States.